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In the 17th century, what part of Europe grew faster than other areas?
North-west Europe
17th century Europe had very low population growth and a high mortality rate. Name at least 3 reasons for this
Famines, epidemics, wars, major migrations
What happened when Carlos II died in 1700?
the Spanish War of Succession
The Spanish Succession War led to the end of one dynasty and the beginning of another. Name them
the end of the Austrian Dynasty and the beginning of the Bourbon Dynasty
The Spanish succession war lasted from ___ to ___
1700 to 1714
Since he had no heir, Carlos II had two candidates in mind to succeed him. Name them
Charles of Asutria and Felipe de Borbon
Carlos II was known as ___
el Hechicero
The Hapsbur Dynasty ended with the reign of ___
Carlos II
Name 3 reasons that 17th century Spain went through a recession
Agriculture/livestock production decreased; trade with Americas decreased; craft production decreased
In Portugal, the Austrias Dynasty was replaced by ___
the Braganzas
Where was the revolt known as La SublevaciĂłn de los Segadores fought?
Catalonia
How many Moriscos were expelled from Spain?
275,000
Who were Moriscos?
Muslims and converted to Chirstianity
What was the Union de Armas?
A project to make all kingdoms of the monarchy share military expenses
What was El Gran Memorial
A secret document proposing the unification of all Spanish territories
Which Valido created El Gran Memorial and the Union de Armas?
the Count-Duke of Olivares
This Valido was known for being authoritarian, facing numerous revolts and then sent into exile
the Count-Duke of Olivares
The Truce of Twelve years was signed between Spain and ___
the United Provinces
Who served as Valido during most of the Pax Hispanica?
the Duke of Lerma
The mostly peaceful period between 1598 and 1621 was known as___
the Pax Hispanica
Which two issues was the Duke of Lerma most concerned with?
Expulsion of the Moriscos; financial crisis due to military expenses and debt
This Valido served under Felipe III from 1598 to 1618
The Duke of Lerma
The two most important Validos of the 17th century were ___
the Duke of Lerma and the Count-Duke of Olivares
In 1598, who inherited the most powerful empire in the world?
Felipe III
The poor grew poorer. Name 3 reasons for this
higher state taxes; nobles demanded more rent and services; many had to sell thier land for cheap to repay debts
During the 17th century, Europe's most important trading nations were ___
England and the United Pronvinces
Before the 17th century, which were Europe's 3 main economic powers?
Spain, Portugal and Italy
The Domestic System was also called ___
the putting-put system
The organization of production in homes, rather than in specialised workplaces, was known as ____
The Domestic System
Craft production was regulated by associations called ___
guilds
Name 3 reasons that agriculture became less productive in 17th century Europe
intensive farming led to less fertile land, climate and weather conditions and less demand for agricultural products
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