Question

the age of absolutism
decide if each statement describes england or spain, france, and russia.
monarchs grew more powerful.
england
spain, france, and russia
monarchs had limits on their power.
absolutism was increasing.
parliament had important powers.

Explanation:

• Monarchs grew more powerful: In Spain, France, and Russia during the Age of Absolutism, monarchs centralized power. For example, Louis XIV of France (the Sun King) was a prime example of an absolute monarch who increased royal power. He built the Palace of Versailles to showcase his authority and controlled various aspects of government and society.
• Monarchs had limits on their power: In England, through events like the Glorious Revolution (1688 - 1689), a constitutional monarchy was established. The Bill of Rights (1689) limited the power of the monarch. Parliament gained more say in governance, and the monarch's powers were not absolute.
• Absolutism was increasing: Spain, France, and Russia saw the rise of absolutist rule. In Russia, Peter the Great modernized the country but also strengthened autocratic rule. He made changes to the military, society, and government structure to centralize power in his hands. In Spain, the Habsburg and Bourbon monarchs also worked to increase royal power.
• Parliament had important powers: In England, Parliament had a long - standing history of having some powers. After the Glorious Revolution, its powers were further enhanced. It could make laws, control taxation, and have a say in the appointment of ministers (to some extent), which limited the monarch's absolute rule.

Answer:

• Monarchs grew more powerful: Spain, France, and Russia
• Monarchs had limits on their power: England
• Absolutism was increasing: Spain, France, and Russia
• Parliament had important powers: England