According to Carl Becker, how did Louis XIV gain, consolidate, and maintain power?

Use the drop-down menus to answer the questions. which group contributed about half its income in taxes? the aristocracy paid of its income in taxes.

Which four of these developments were made under mongol rule during the pax mongolica? the extension of the grand canal in china the spread of christianity the spread of weapons that used gun powder the invention of new medicines the establishment of a postal system the invention of geometric models of lunar motion

Respond to the scenario regarding spanish colonial life in latin america. you are a creole living in venezuela. your family is wealthy and you are well educated. through your education, you have learned about enlightenment ideas regarding life, liberty, and property. although you are not in a position of power, you enjoy a comfortable life. when a revolution spreads in your country, you are faced with a decision to become a supporter of venezuelan independence, or support spain, and your current way of life. what do you do? write 5 paragraphs