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Question
Answer the following question in one or two words/ sentences:
Mention two characteristic features of the French monarchy.
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Solution
- The French king was an autocrat.
- He enjoyed absolute powers and his will was law.
- There was no check on his powers by any parliament.
- He ruled by Divine Right and was answerable to God and not to the people.
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