Questions and Answers
Charles X became king of France in?
What was a major difference between Charles X and Louis Philippe?
Charles X sparked a revolt in France by?
What was the outcome of most European revolts of the 1830s?
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The term balance of power means?
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A main reason that the Age of Revolutions initially failed to achieve widespread change in some nations of Europe was because?
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Which statement reflects the view of French conservatives after the Congress of Vienna?
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What was a main difference between French conservatives and liberals following the Congress of Vienna?
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The Congress of Vienna led to revolts in France because?
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What is the most likely reason the revolt against Louis Philippe led to other revolts across Europe?
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Study Notes
Charles X and Louis Philippe
- Charles X became king of France in 1824.
- Louis Philippe, in contrast to Charles X, was seen as liberal, favoring reforms and opposing absolute monarchy.
Revolt Sparks and Outcomes
- Charles X sparked a revolt by attempting to increase the power of the monarchy, leading to widespread dissent.
- Most European revolts during the 1830s resulted in little or no change, signifying the challenges of revolutionary movements at the time.
Balance of Power
- The concept of the balance of power refers to the idea that no single state should dominate others, maintaining equality among nations.
Challenges of the Age of Revolutions
- Many revolutions failed to achieve widespread change initially due to lack of support and poorly organized efforts among the populace.
Conservative and Liberal Views
- French conservatives after the Congress of Vienna favored rule by absolute monarchs, opposing democratic reforms.
- Liberals, on the other hand, believed in personal freedoms and sought an increase in civil rights, advocating for elected parliaments.
Reactions to the Congress of Vienna
- The Congress of Vienna incited revolts as many people opposed the restoration of absolute monarchy and desired more democratic governance.
Spread of Revolts
- The revolt against Louis Philippe in France set off similar movements across Europe, as people sought greater representation and democratic rights in their governments.
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