Introduction
Look at the picture below of King Louis XIV of France. Born in 1638, King Louis became the longest ruling monarch in European history, from 1643-1715. Examine the colors, the fabrics, his clothes, and the way he is standing. From this painting, what do learn you about him and the country he governed? In other words, how would you describe his reign based on this picture?
Louis XIV, 1638-1715
Lesson Objectives
Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to:
The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: World History: 1500 to the Present Objective(s): 5. This lesson incorporates the following Literacy Standard(s): |