Question

Which of the following was the major reason Philip II and Louis XIV patronized the arts

a. They desired to show their great power through the splendor of their royal courts.

b. They sought to distract their subjects from continuing economic problems

c. They aimed to help stimulate their national economies with ongoing cultural projects

d. They wanted to produce luxury goods for profitable trade on the global market

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Answer 1

a. They desired to show their great power through the splendor of their royal courts.

Answer 2

The major reason why Philip II and Louis XIV patronized the arts was because a. They desired to show their great power through the splendor of their royal courts.
At the time, it was very important to be "fashionable" and classy, so as to show the wealth and strength of a certain king and his kingdom.