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Quiz about The War of Devolution 16671668
Quiz about The War of Devolution 16671668

The War of Devolution (1667-1668) Quiz


The War of Devolution was one of Louis XIV's first wars and demonstrated the immense military power of France in this period.

A multiple-choice quiz by hannafran. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
hannafran
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
279,857
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
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385
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Question 1 of 10
1. What was the dynastic name of the French royal family? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. What justification did Louis give for starting this conflict? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which of the following was France NOT interested in conquering in this war? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Which treaty secured the neutrality of the Holy Roman Emperor? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. What was the name of one of France's leading generals in this war? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Which three countries made up the triple alliance? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Which country did Louis blame for forming this alliance? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What was the name of the peace treaty that ended the War of Devolution? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Which territory did France return to Spain? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Who was responsible for designing the fortifications in the defensive towns such as Lille? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. What was the dynastic name of the French royal family?

Answer: Bourbon

The Bourbons had been in close competition with the Spanish Habsburgs, who had been dominant in Western Europe until this period.
2. What justification did Louis give for starting this conflict?

Answer: His wife's claim to the Spanish inheritance

The legality of the claim was dubious. Louis was determined to improve his situation in Europe. He claimed that as Spain had not paid a dowry, Marie-Therese had not given up her claim on the Spanish succession.
3. Which of the following was France NOT interested in conquering in this war?

Answer: The Palatinate

Louis wished to strengthen his north-eastern borders. He wished to gain territory that would gain him a natural frontier, in this case the Rhine, making it easy to defend France.
4. Which treaty secured the neutrality of the Holy Roman Emperor?

Answer: The Partition Treaty

Louis promised the Holy Roman Empire Spain, Milan and American possessions if he did not interfere or come to the aid of his Spanish cousins.
5. What was the name of one of France's leading generals in this war?

Answer: Conde

Turenne and Conde were great generals and members of the 'noblesse d'epee'. They had fought against France when Louis' mother Anne of Austria had been in a period of regency. However, Louis recognised their talent and pardoned them both.
6. Which three countries made up the triple alliance?

Answer: Sweden, England and the Dutch Republic

This was a defensive alliance, as many states saw the power of France growing and feared Louis.
7. Which country did Louis blame for forming this alliance?

Answer: The Dutch

Louis blamed the Dutch, justifying his next war - The Dutch War.
8. What was the name of the peace treaty that ended the War of Devolution?

Answer: The Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle

The Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle was signed in 1668. France did not gain the Franche-Comte and the war was not the clear success that Louis XIV had hoped for. However, France did gain some fortress towns in the Spanish Netherlands, including Lille, Douai and Tournai.
9. Which territory did France return to Spain?

Answer: Franche-Comte

Louis returned Franche-Comte, only to regain it during The Dutch War and the Treaty of Nijmegen.
10. Who was responsible for designing the fortifications in the defensive towns such as Lille?

Answer: Vauban

Vauban was also responsible for the invention of the bayonet and ricochet fire. The other three individuals were involved in the building of the Palace of Versailles.
Source: Author hannafran

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