Test yourself

There has been a lot of content in the previous history posts, so here’s a chance for you to test yourself! Here are some sample questions from the Renaissance, Reformation and Counter Reformation, Scientific Revolution, Absolutism and The French Revolution. Write a paragraph to answer the following questions: How did the Renaissance create a new… Continue reading Test yourself

Absolutely Fabulous!

What is an absolute ruler? And how does one become an absolute ruler? Absolutism is  the exercise of complete and unrestricted power of government, meaning that one person is in control of everything, such as all of the decision maker. If a ruler is a King or a Queen and has absolute power, we call… Continue reading Absolutely Fabulous!

The American Revolution

  Britain invaded America and by 1750, 13 colonies stretched across the East Coast of North America. They were part of Britain’s growing empire and British policies were applied but they were not strictly enforced. The colonies were home to diverse religions and groups and each colony had a different ways of life. They  did not want to… Continue reading The American Revolution