Long Term Causes Flashcards
1
Q
What are the Long Term Causes of the French Revoultion
A
1.Structure of Royal Government
2.Taxation system
3.Stucture of society
4.Enlightenment
2
Q
The System of Government In France before 1789
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Absolute Monarchy
3
Q
What Limitations did the King have?
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- Couldn’t interfere with the privileges of the Assembly of the Clergy
2.Had to consult the council of ministers to make laws. - Relied on Intendants who had far reaching powers