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Worksheets Homework

Objective: Students will apply their definition of absolutism and the sources of absolute power to evaluate the career of European Monarchs.

Activity: Give each student a biographical reading over a medieval monarch such as Charlemagne, Henry VIII, Genghis Khan, Phillip II of Spain, etc. and have them answer the following questions:
1. Was this monarch an absolute ruler?
2. If so what were the sources of his power? If not, why not? What power did he have?
3. How did this monarch use the power he possessed? Give examples.
4. How did you think this monarch’s subjects felt about him?

Assessment: Student answers will vary. However, they should display an accurate knowledge of absolutism and the sources and uses of absolute power.