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Flashcards on War of the Austrian Succession: Maria Theresa
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Who was the ruler of Austria during the War of the Austrian Succession?
Maria Theresa
Which countries were major participants in the War of the Austrian Succession?
Austria, Prussia, France, and Britain.
What was the cause of the War of the Austrian Succession?
The disputed succession of Maria Theresa to the Habsburg monarchy.
Which famous general led the Prussian army during the war?
Frederick the Great
Who supported Maria Theresa in her claim to the Austrian throne?
Great Britain and the Kingdom of Prussia.
When did the War of the Austrian Succession take place?
1740-1748
What was the outcome of the war?
The Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle reaffirmed Maria Theresa as the ruler of Austria.
Which war was a precursor to the Seven Years' War?
The War of the Austrian Succession
What impact did the war have on Maria Theresa's reign?
It strengthened her resolve to implement reforms and consolidate the power of the Habsburg monarchy.
Who succeeded Maria Theresa as the ruler of Austria?
Her son, Joseph II
Which territory was a major bone of contention during the war?
Silesia
Which country was Maria Theresa's main rival during the war?
Prussia
What were the major battles of the War of the Austrian Succession?
Battle of Dettingen, Battle of Fontenoy, Battle of Mollwitz, and Battle of Prague.
What was the significance of Maria Theresa becoming the ruler of Austria?
She was the first female ruler of the Habsburg monarchy and faced significant challenges to her reign.
How did Maria Theresa's reign impact the status of women in European politics?
Her reign paved the way for other women to assume positions of power and influence.
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Who was the ruler of Austria during the War of the Austrian Succession?
Maria Theresa
Frederick the Great
Louis XV
Catherine the Great
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Which countries were major participants in the War of the Austrian Succession?
Spain, Russia, Austria, and Prussia
Austria, Prussia, France, and Britain
Poland, Sweden, France, and Spain
Portugal, Turkey, Netherlands, and Sweden
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What was the cause of the War of the Austrian Succession?
Religious conflicts
Trade disputes
Disputed succession of Maria Theresa
Territorial ambitions
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Who supported Maria Theresa in her claim to the Austrian throne?
France and Spain
Great Britain and the Kingdom of Prussia
Russia and Austria
Sweden and Poland
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When did the War of the Austrian Succession take place?
1650-1660
1740-1748
1789-1799
1812-1815
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What was the outcome of the war?
Maria Theresa was overthrown
Austria gained complete control over Silesia
The Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle reaffirmed Maria Theresa as the ruler of Austria
Prussia emerged as the dominant power in Europe
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Which war was a precursor to the Seven Years' War?
The War of the Austrian Succession
The Thirty Years' War
The Napoleonic Wars
The War of the Spanish Succession
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What impact did the war have on Maria Theresa's reign?
It led to her abdication
It weakened her authority
It strengthened her resolve to implement reforms and consolidate the power of the Habsburg monarchy
It resulted in territorial losses for Austria
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Who succeeded Maria Theresa as the ruler of Austria?
Her son, Joseph II
Frederick the Great
Louis XV
Catherine the Great
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Which country was Maria Theresa's main rival during the war?
Prussia
France
Spain
Russia
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