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    • What years did Philip II reign as King of Spain?
      1556–1598
    • Philip II's reign is known as the Golden Age
    • Philip II focused on centralizing power and improving administration through councils and secretaries.
    • What were two countries Philip II engaged in conflicts with to expand Spanish influence?
      Netherlands and England
    • Philip II's religious policy aimed to maintain Catholic orthodoxy by supporting the Counter-Reformation
    • What was the name of the institution used by Philip II to enforce Catholic orthodoxy?
      Inquisition
    • Heavy war spending and inflation during Philip II's reign caused poverty among the people.
    • The Dutch revolt against Spanish rule led to a prolonged conflict and the loss of territory
    • What was the name of the Spanish naval fleet defeated by England in 1588?
      Spanish Armada
    • Order the key events during Philip II's reign:
      1️⃣ Philip II becomes King of Spain
      2️⃣ Dutch Rebellion begins
      3️⃣ Defeat of the Spanish Armada
      4️⃣ Philip II dies
    • What were two domestic achievements of Philip II's reign?
      Centralized administration and improved infrastructure
    • Philip II's foreign policy is considered a failure due to the defeat of the Spanish Armada
    • Philip II's reign was a mix of significant successes and substantial failures.
    • What economic challenges did Philip II face during his reign?
      Heavy war spending and inflation
    • What was the outcome of Philip II's conflict with England?
      Failed invasion of England
    • Philip II's use of the Inquisition to suppress heresy resulted in religious tensions
    • Philip II's reign marked the zenith of Spanish power.
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