1789 Flashcards
1
Q
what happened is 1789?
A
in 1789 there was an uprising in France which sparked a revolution against the monarchy.
2
Q
what are some of the key events of the events of 1789?
A
the storming of the Bastille prison in Paris, the abolishing of the feudal system aug 4.
3
Q
what was the purpose of the bastille prison attack?
A
to “borrow” munitions to support the revolution and stir up the prison
4
Q
what estate was the attack on the Bastille prison perpetrated by?
A
Members of the 3rd estate who wanted cheaper bread, less tax, and basic rights.
5
Q
what caused the problems that caused the events?
A
because the government was in high debt and was running out of money, making the tax higher, because the clergy and nobility didnt pay taxes.
