French Rev. + enligntenment Flashcards

1
Q

About what population of France belonged to the 1st and 2nd estates?

A

2%

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2
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What is an accurate description of the tax system in Frances preceding the French Revolution?

A

The taxes were paid almost entirely by the members of the 3rd estate

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3
Q

The National Assembly was established by?

A

3rd estate

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4
Q

Peninsular war was a war between France and ?

A

Spanish Guerillas

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5
Q

“Scorched earth policy” was used by?

A

Russian troops

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6
Q

Who won the battle of trafalgar?

A

Britain

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7
Q

Economic hardships in France were due to costly hostilities between France and ?

A

Great Britain

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8
Q

During the reign of terror, who was safe from guillotine?

A

No one

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9
Q

Napoleon sold Louisiana territory to the US for what reasons?

A

Raise money, cut losses in America, increase Americas power

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10
Q

Napoleon possessed all of the following traits (courage, military mind, and inspiring others) but not _________

A

Humility

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11
Q

The feudal system used in France until the revolution had been in use since the Middle Ages is?

A

Old Regine

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