Chapter 11: The French Revolution

Question 0

What was the French Revolution?

Answer 0

The French Revolution was similar to the American Revolution, but it was more complex, violent & redial.

Question 1

When did the French Revolution begin?

Answer 1

1789

Question 2

Describe the French society.

Answer 2

Based on inequality & was divided into three estates (classes).

Question 3

Describe the first estate.

Answer 3

Consist of the clergy.
.5% of population
Owned 10% of land
Exempt from taxes

Question 4

Describe the second estate.

Answer 4

Consisted of nobility
1.5% of population
Owned 25% of land
Exempt from taxes

Question 5

Describe the 3rd estate

Answer 5

Commoners
98% of the population
Most were peasants
Skilled craftsmen, merchants & bankers.

Question 6

What were members of the 3rd estate upset about?!

Answer 6

About the privileges of the first two estates.

Question 7

What led to the shortages of food & unemployment?

Answer 7

A financial crisis.

Question 8

Did the French government continue to spend lavishly after the financial crisis?

Answer 8

Yes

Question 9

Who was the queen during this time?

Answer 9

Marie Antoinette

Question 10

Who was Marie married too?

Answer 10

Louis XVI (16th)

Question 11

Louis 16th was forced to call a meeting of the Estates-General too…?

Answer 11

Raise taxes