How Was the Versailles Palace a Sort of "Theme Park

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Multiple Choice

How was the Versailles palace a sort of "theme park" of royal absolutism?

• A) There were many exciting rides and attractions for foreign tourists.
• B) It had a constantly changing theme.
• C) Each year the national anthem was played to set the theme of the holiday season.
• D) There was an annual contest to select the theme of the palace.
• E) The splendor and rituals of court life constantly emphasized the king's ultimate power.

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