French Revolution Flashcards
What happened on July 14th 1789?
The storming of the bastille
What was the name of the French king’s wife?
Marie-Antoinette
What nationality was the French king’s wife?
Austrian
How many estates were in the Estates-General?
3
What was the Tennis Court Oath?
Members of the third estate took an oath vowing not to separate and to reassemble wherever circumstances require until the constitution of the kingdom was established
When was the Tennis Court Oath taken?
June 20 1789
What were 2 of the causes of the French Revolution?
Tax situation Social inequality Rise of the bourgeoisie Financial crisis Political conflict
What was the name of the radical Jacobin who presided over the Reign of Terror?
Robespierre
Which revolutionary was murdered whilst in the bath?
Jean Paul Marat
What is the origin of right and left wing?
Supporters of king were on right supporters of revolution on left. I don’t really know ?
Where did the King of France reside?
Palace of Versailles
Which Whig politician spoke out against the French Revolution?
Edmund Burke
Who wrote the book called the Rights of Man?
Thomas Paine
How many copies did the Rights of Man sell?
200000 in the first year
When was the Rights of Man published?
16 March 1791