An example of Louis XIV successfully exercising absolute power is building Versailles and moving the royal court there. This monumental project not only demonstrated his wealth and authority but also allowed him to control the nobility by requiring them to reside at the palace, thus limiting their power and influence outside of his reach. This act was a central element of his strategy to consolidate power and assert his authority as a monarch.
Which of these is an example of Louis XIV successfully exercising absolute power?
Building Versailles and moving the royal court there
Ending the Fronde rebellion of the nobility
Waging several wars throughout Europe
Getting into conflict with the Catholic pope
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