Question

Which conclusion is most supported by this passage from a speech by James I?

A. James I relied on the divine right of the kings to push England toward absolute monarchy.
B. English politics became largely from religion during the reign of James I.
C. James I believed that only Protestants had the right to rule over England.
D. Constitutional monarchy was a cornerstone of James I’s political philosophy

Answer 1

The conclusion most supported by the passage is that James I relied on the divine right of kings to push England toward absolute monarchy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The conclusion most supported by this passage from a speech by James I is A. James I relied on the divine right of the kings to push England toward absolute monarchy.

The passage states that James I worked to model his rule on the reign of the French Catholic King Louis XIV, who believed in the divine right of kings. James also aimed to centralize English political strength around the throne and give the monarchy absolute power, similar to Louis XIV. Therefore, it can be concluded that James I relied on the divine right of kings to push England toward absolute monarchy.