Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Social > Unit Final - French Revolution and Nationalism > Flashcards

Unit Final - French Revolution and Nationalism Flashcards

1
Q

Term

A

Description

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Nationalism

A

A strong feeling of pride in and devotion to one’s country.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Nation

A

A group of people with a common culture, language, or ethnicity.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Nation-State

A

A political entity characterized by defined borders and sovereignty.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Nation v. Nation-State

A

A nation is a cultural identity, while a nation-state is a political entity with sovereignty.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Linguistic Nationalism

A

Nationalism that emphasizes a common language.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Ethnic/Cultural Nationalism

A

Nationalism based on shared cultural, ethnic, or racial characteristics.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

Religious/Spiritual Nationalism

A

Nationalism based on shared religious or spiritual beliefs.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

Geographic/Relationship to Land understanding of Nationalism

A

Nationalism that emerges from a group’s connection to a geographic area or land.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Political Nationalism

A

Nationalism that is driven by political ideologies or agendas.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

Civic vs. Ethnic Nationalism

A

Civic nationalism emphasizes inclusive citizenship, while ethnic nationalism is based on shared heritage.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Myths and nation-building stories

A

Stories and myths that help build a national identity.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

Symbols

A

Objects, emblems, or images that represent a nation’s identity.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

Institutions

A

Structures of government or society that reinforce nationalism.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

Internationalism

A

The principle of cooperation among nations for the common good.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Ultranationalism

A

An extreme form of nationalism marked by a belief in the superiority of one’s nation.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

Absolute Monarchy

A

A form of government where the monarch has unlimited power.

18
Q

Feudalism

A

A medieval system where lords owned land and vassals worked the land in exchange for protection.

19
Q

Estate System

A

The division of French society into three estates: clergy, nobility, and commoners.

20
Q

Clergy

A

The body of religious officials within the Christian Church.

21
Q

Bourgeoisie

A

The middle class in French society, including merchants and industrialists.

22
Q

Aristocracy

A

The noble class in French society.

23
Q

Enlightenment

A

A philosophical movement emphasizing reason, individualism, and skepticism of authority.

24
Q

Hobbes

A

An Enlightenment thinker who believed in a strong central authority to avoid chaos.

25
Q

Locke

A

An Enlightenment philosopher who argued for natural rights and government by consent.

26
Q

Rousseau

A

Philosopher who believed in the social contract and general will of the people.

27
Q

Montesquieu

A

Philosopher advocating separation of powers within government.

28
Q

Voltaire

A

A writer and philosopher known for his advocacy of freedom of speech and religion.

29
Q

Louis XVI

A

The last king of France before the French Revolution.

30
Q

Estates General

A

A legislative assembly representing the three estates of French society.

31
Q

Tennis Court Oath

A

A vow by members of the Third Estate not to disband until a new constitution was established.

32
Q

Storming of the Bastille

A

A symbolic event marking the start of the French Revolution on July 14, 1789.

33
Q

Declaration of the Rights of Man

A

A fundamental document of the French Revolution guaranteeing basic rights to all citizens.

34
Q

The Great Fear of 1789

A

A period of panic and riots by peasants amid rumors of an aristocratic conspiracy.

35
Q

Women’s March on Versailles

A

A march by women to Versailles demanding bread and the king’s return to Paris.

36
Q

Flight to Varennes

A

Louis XVI’s failed attempt to escape from France during the revolution.

37
Q

Death of the King

A

The execution of King Louis XVI by guillotine in 1793.

38
Q

National Convention

A

The revolutionary government that abolished the monarchy and established a republic.

39
Q

Committee of Public Safety

A

A body formed to oversee the protection of the French Revolution, often through violent means.

40
Q

Robespierre

A

Leader of the Committee of Public Safety and a key figure during the Reign of Terror.

Social (5 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions