Ancien Régime Flashcards
1
Q
When did Louis XVI become king?
A
1774
2
Q
Who was Louis XVI’s wife?
A
Marie Antoinette.
3
Q
What nationality was Marie Antoinette?
A
Austrian.
4
Q
What describes Louis’ personality?
A
- Indecisive.
- Quiet.
- Shy.
- Little interest / understanding of politics.
5
Q
Where was the French monarchy based?
A
Palace of Versailles.
6
Q
What was the belief of the Divine Right of Kings?
A
The idea that the monarch was chosen by God and was his representative on Earth.
7
Q
What religion was most of France?
A
Catholic.
8
Q
Why did Louis marry Marie Antoinette?
A
Political match to hold France and Austria together.
9
Q
What was the key idea under the Ancien Régime?
A
Everyone was a subject under the king of France as well as a member of am estate and province.
10
Q
What does Ancient Régime mean?
A
The political and social system of France before the revolution.
