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Flashcards on Revolt of the Netherlands: Dutch Independence
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When did the Revolt of the Netherlands begin?
1568
Who led the Revolt of the Netherlands?
William the Silent
Which country was ruling over the Netherlands during the revolt?
Spain
What were the main reasons for the revolt?
Religious differences and political oppression
What was the outcome of the Revolt of the Netherlands?
The Netherlands gained independence from Spain.
Who was the first leader of the independent Dutch Republic?
William the Silent
What was the name given to the Dutch rebels?
Geuzen
Why did the revolt spread throughout the Netherlands?
Oppression by the Spanish rulers and support for Protestantism
Which important event took place in 1581?
The Act of Abjuration was signed, declaring independence from Spain.
What major European power supported the Dutch in their revolt?
England
Which city became the capital of the independent Dutch Republic?
Amsterdam
What was the significance of the Peace of Westphalia in 1648?
It recognized the independence of the Dutch Republic and ended the Eighty Years' War.
What was the Eighty Years' War?
A war fought between the Netherlands and Spain for Dutch independence.
Who became the leader of the Dutch Republic after the death of William the Silent?
Maurice of Nassau
What impact did the Dutch Revolt have on Europe?
It inspired other nations to fight for their independence and contributed to the decline of the Spanish Empire.
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When did the Revolt of the Netherlands begin?
1482
1601
1568
1623
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Who led the Revolt of the Netherlands?
Queen Elizabeth I
Philip II of Spain
William the Silent
Louis XIV
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Which country was ruling over the Netherlands during the revolt?
France
England
Spain
Portugal
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What were the main reasons for the revolt?
Economic crisis and cultural differences
Colonial exploitation and internal conflicts
Religious differences and political oppression
Territorial disputes and dynastic rivalries
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What was the outcome of the Revolt of the Netherlands?
The Netherlands remained under Spanish rule
The Netherlands became part of the French Empire
The Netherlands gained independence from Spain
The Netherlands formed a union with Germany
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Who was the first leader of the independent Dutch Republic?
Louis XIV
Henry IV
William the Silent
Oliver Cromwell
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What major European power supported the Dutch in their revolt?
Spain
France
England
Austria
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What was the significance of the Peace of Westphalia in 1648?
It led to the unification of Germany
It established the balance of power in Europe
It recognized the independence of the Dutch Republic and ended the Eighty Years' War
It marked the beginning of the Protestant Reformation
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What was the Eighty Years' War?
A war fought between France and England over colonial territories
A series of conflicts between European monarchs during the 17th century
A war fought between the Netherlands and Spain for Dutch independence
A revolution in Russia that overthrew the Tsar
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What impact did the Dutch Revolt have on Europe?
It led to the establishment of absolute monarchy in France
It triggered the Thirty Years' War
It inspired other nations to fight for their independence and contributed to the decline of the Spanish Empire
It resulted in the colonization of South America by European powers
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