The text emphasizes the scope of Louis XIV’s ambitions, made possible by a new style of state-building, now called absolutism. What was one thing that Louis XIV did not do? He encouraged a culture of quiet religious study at the palace of Versailles. He attempted to extend French power in Europe and abroad through military conquest. He enforced religious uniformity throughout France. He built the palace of Versailles as a testament to his wealth and power. He eliminated much of the independent power of the French nobles.

The text emphasizes the scope of Louis XIV’s ambitions, made possible by a new style of state-building, now called absolutism. What was one thing that Louis XIV did not do? He encouraged a culture of quiet religious study at the palace of Versailles. He attempted to extend French power in Europe and abroad through military conquest. He enforced religious uniformity throughout France. He built the palace of Versailles as a testament to his wealth and power. He eliminated much of the independent power of the French nobles.