Louis XIV

Louis XIV was the absolute ruler of France for 72 years. He could demand taxes at any time and imprison people without a trial. He believed in the divine right of kings. His magnificent court earned him the title of " Sun King"    

Cardinal Richelieu

He was born Armand Jean du Plessis in 1585. He was made Prime Minister of France under Louis XIII. He helped  strengthem the monarchy. Even though he was not the king. Richelieu was the most powerful man in France.

Peter the Great

Peter the Great decreased the powers of the church and the feudal lords. He built a powerful national army. Though he was cruel at times, he was called Peter the Great for his vision of a modern Russia.

Charles I

His belief in the divine right of kings caused conflict with Parliament. His battle with the Parliament for absolute power led to civil war in England. Charles lost wars and was beheaded.

Elizabeth I

Elizabeth I was a strong ruler. Under Elizabeth, the English navy defeated the Spanish Armada. This victory made them the most powerful navy in the world. Elizabeth I respected the wishes of Parliament and was loved by the people. 

Test

a)What was the most important work that Copernicus did?
b) Name the most important invention Galileo Galilei did.
c) Which law did Isaac Newton explain?
d) Who invented the powerful microscope?
e) Did William Harvey understood how muscles move? True-False.
f) Why people called Peter the Great?
g) Did Charles I win the war in England? True- False
h) How long was Louis XVI the absolute ruler of France?
i) Why Elizabeth I was respect and love by the people?
j) Why was Cardinal Richelieu the most powerful man in France even he was not the king?

William Harvey