What do you expect to learn about in this chapter?
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Chapter one
Open your books on page 6 & 7
What time will this chapter discuss?
What "tijdvak" is that?
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The republic of the regenten
In 1581 seven northern provinces of the low countries declared themselves independent from their Spanish oppressor.
They searched for a new king, but when they couldn't find one, they decided to rule the country themselves.
They would be a Republic. This was unique in Europe.
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How was the Republic governed?
Each province had a Provincial States (provinciale staten): this was a small group of rich men (regenten).
The Republic did not have a central government. But for political issues that concerned the whole country each province would send a regent to represent the province to the States General in The Hague. A dicision had to be taken unanimously.
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What now?
Start reading 1.1 for yourself.
Start working on the introduction questions on page 5 in your workbook.