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Question 5 • GA-GSE World History

Which rulers would be considered "enlightened despots"? Check all that apply.Frederick I of PrussiaFrederick II of PrussiaPeter the Great of RussiaLouis XIV of FrancePhillip II of Spain

Answer
A
Frederick I of Prussia
B
Frederick II of Prussia
C
Peter the Great of Russia
D
Louis XIV of France
E
Phillip II of Spain

Explanation

Enlightened despots were absolute rulers who adopted some Enlightenment ideas, such as promoting education and reform, while keeping their power. Frederick II of Prussia and Peter the Great of Russia are commonly classified as enlightened despots. Frederick I, Louis XIV, and Philip II ruled before Enlightened absolutism became a defining political movement.

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