Question

explain how the concept of the \divine right of kings\ supports the idea of absolutism.
it provides a religious justification for the monarchs total control, making their authority unquestionable.
it encourages the sharing of power with elected officials.
it limits the kings power by requiring approval from religious leaders.
it suggests that kings are chosen by the people, making them accountable.

Explanation:

The "Divine Right of Kings" was a political and religious doctrine. It claimed that monarchs derived their authority directly from God. This made their rule unquestionable. Monarchs could then exercise total control as their power was divinely - sanctioned. Options that mention sharing power (with elected officials), limiting power (by requiring approval from religious leaders), or making leaders accountable (to people) go against the core of the "Divine Right of Kings" which is about absolute, God - given authority.

Answer:

The first option "It provides a religious justification for the monarch's total control, making their authority unquestionable." is the correct explanation of how the "Divine Right of Kings" supports the idea of absolutism.