Revolutions And Its Causes Flashcards
1
Q
What caused the American war of independence?
A
Not able to send MPs to the parliament to speak for themselves
High taxes
Being ignored by the king about their problems
2
Q
What caused the French Revolution ?
A
The 3rd estate paid all the takes while the monarch, 1st and 2nd estate did not even though they were richer than the 3rd estate.
3
Q
How was the french society organised?
A
The monarch: king and the Queen
1st estate- the clergy: worked for the church
2nd estate- nobility: people of royal blood
3rd estate- everyone else: either peasants or bourgeoisie (upper working class)
