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Think about it. What is a monarch? Someone who rules with absolute authority, right? History is always a good example when you have a question like this. Look up the names of some absolute monarchs (pretty much any king in European history during the 1600's).


Also, think about the Declaration of Independence and the reasons it gives for choosing democracy.


If you're not really interested and are just looking for a simple effect, then try this:


Absolute monarchs have the power to determine whether someone lives or dies. That seems like a significant effect to me.

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One major downfall of absolutism was that royal powers were able to do whatever they wanted, without any repercussions.

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