Which of the Following Reflects How Louis XIV Saw His

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reflects how Louis XIV saw his role as king,as expressed in his memoirs?

• A) "Ill should I discharge the duties of my exalted station,were I to withhold my compassion and indulgence from any of those entrusted to my charge."
• B) "On tours I learned about the common people's grievances by talking with them,or by accepting their petitions."
• C) "...I would doubtless be capable of governing other empires,just as the sun was capable of lighting up other worlds if they were exposed to its rays."
• D) "Giving life to people and killing people-those are the powers that the emperor has...."

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