Study Guide – Chapter 17: The Age of Absolution

Catholic – expelled Jews + Muslims – carried on inquisition started in 1492 by Ferdinand + Isabella. Why was 1550 – 1650 Spain’s golden age? Colonization of the America’s Philip patron of arts. Trade El Greco. Strong king. Why did Spanish power decline? Costly overseas wars Lope de Vega. Weak rulers Miguel Cervantes (Don Quixote) ................
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