Problem 1) Louis XIV is often said to have exemplified the era of Absolutism in European politics. How did Louis XIV view royal power, and how did he expand his own authority?
Problem 2) Discuss the origins and workings of the Atlantic Slave trade. How was consumerism related to slavery in the 17th and early 18th centuries?
Problem 3) A lot of history focuses on politics and war. When you think about the history of your everyday life, do you think these have as much impact on a person compared to what they do for entertainment, what kind of job or career a person has, or what types of foods are available to them? Why or why not?