The End of the Revolution

Question 1

McPhee - 1795 as a return to 1791

Answer 1

The Constitution was a return to the provisions of 1791

Question 2

Constitution of Year III + Two Thirds Decree

Answer 2

22 August 1795

Question 3

What actually were the returns?

Answer 3

1) Voting by wealth - Back to the bourgeoiseness but also return of suffrage
2) Separation of powers - Two Thirds Decree and a Bicameral chamber limits the ability for individuals to gain power
3) Religious toleration - Law of 3 Ventose Year III

Question 4

Economic issue

Answer 4

By April 1795, food prices were 750% higher than in 1790