Lesson 3 Flashcards
What event is marked by the storming of the Bastille?
The storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, became a powerful symbol of the people’s revolt against tyranny.
How did the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen outline revolutionary principles?
It articulated fundamental principles such as liberty, equality, fraternity, and the sovereignty of the people.
What were the August Decrees, and what did they accomplish?
The August Decrees abolished the feudal system and many privileges of the nobility, marking a radical social transformation.
What characterized the political climate during Louis XVI’s reign?
Louis XVI’s reign was marked by indecision and ineffective reforms, leading to increasing public discontent.
How did Louis XVI respond to the National Assembly’s reforms?
Initially, Louis XVI tentatively accepted some reforms but later used his veto power to block radical changes.
What event significantly undermined Louis XVI’s legitimacy?
Louis XVI’s attempted escape to Varennes in 1791 significantly eroded his legitimacy and trust among the public.
What role did the Jacobins play during the revolutionary period?
The Jacobins emerged as a powerful political club advocating for radical republicanism and led during the Reign of Terror.
What was the Girondins’ stance compared to the Jacobins?
Girondins favored a more gradual approach to reform and preservation of some monarchical elements, contrasting with the Jacobins.
What was the consequence of the monarchy’s abolition in September 1792?
The abolition of the monarchy marked a pivotal turn in the revolution, leading to the establishment of the First French Republic.
What were the economic challenges faced during the revolutionary period?
The revolutionary government faced high inflation, food shortages, and a heavy burden from debts inherited from the Ancien Régime.
What was the Reign of Terror?
The Reign of Terror was a period from 1793 to 1794 marked by mass executions and severe repression of dissent during the revolution.
What was the political structure of the Directory?
The Directory was a five-man executive body overseeing foreign affairs and internal security, formed after the fall of the National Convention.
