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What action did Louis XVI take on May 5, 1789?
What action did Louis XVI take on May 5, 1789?
- Called a meeting of the Estates General (correct)
- Dissolved the monarchy
- Established a new constitution
- Increased the taxes unilaterally
Louis XVI had the authority to impose taxes without calling a meeting.
Louis XVI had the authority to impose taxes without calling a meeting.
False (B)
What body had representatives from the three estates?
What body had representatives from the three estates?
Estates General
The __________ was stormed in 1789, marking a significant event in the French Revolution.
The __________ was stormed in 1789, marking a significant event in the French Revolution.
What danger does Young sense in the situation of 1787?
What danger does Young sense in the situation of 1787?
What event prompted Louis XVI to recognize the National Assembly?
What event prompted Louis XVI to recognize the National Assembly?
Match the following events with their corresponding years:
Match the following events with their corresponding years:
The tithes were maintained after the constitution was drafted in 1791.
The tithes were maintained after the constitution was drafted in 1791.
Who does Young refer to as ‘slaves’ in his message?
Who does Young refer to as ‘slaves’ in his message?
What was the main objective of the constitution drafted by the National Assembly in 1791?
What was the main objective of the constitution drafted by the National Assembly in 1791?
The Great Fear led to peasants looting hoarded grain and burning down __________.
The Great Fear led to peasants looting hoarded grain and burning down __________.
The Estates General last met before 1789 in 1614.
The Estates General last met before 1789 in 1614.
Match the following terms with their meanings:
Match the following terms with their meanings:
What was the significance of the decree passed on the night of 4 August 1789?
What was the significance of the decree passed on the night of 4 August 1789?
France became a constitutional monarchy after the National Assembly completed the draft of the constitution.
France became a constitutional monarchy after the National Assembly completed the draft of the constitution.
As a result of the changes, the government acquired assets worth at least ________ billion livres.
As a result of the changes, the government acquired assets worth at least ________ billion livres.
What is the primary duty of the state according to the text?
What is the primary duty of the state according to the text?
All citizens are allowed to participate in the formation of the law.
All citizens are allowed to participate in the formation of the law.
What is stated about a citizen being accused, arrested, or detained?
What is stated about a citizen being accused, arrested, or detained?
Every citizen has the right to speak, write and print freely, but must take responsibility for the abuse of such liberty in cases determined by the _____ .
Every citizen has the right to speak, write and print freely, but must take responsibility for the abuse of such liberty in cases determined by the _____ .
Match the roles or functions with their descriptions:
Match the roles or functions with their descriptions:
What did Jean-Paul Marat criticize about the representation of the people?
What did Jean-Paul Marat criticize about the representation of the people?
The law has the right to forbid any action it deems injurious to society.
The law has the right to forbid any action it deems injurious to society.
What is deemed indispensable for the maintenance of public force and administration expenses?
What is deemed indispensable for the maintenance of public force and administration expenses?
What are the national colours of France?
What are the national colours of France?
The Declaration of Rights of Man and Citizen promotes inequality among citizens.
The Declaration of Rights of Man and Citizen promotes inequality among citizens.
What groups in French society would have benefited from the Constitution of 1791?
What groups in French society would have benefited from the Constitution of 1791?
The law is the same for all, and all are equal before the _____
The law is the same for all, and all are equal before the _____
Match the following symbols with their meanings:
Match the following symbols with their meanings:
Which of the following articles from the Declaration emphasizes the concept of liberty?
Which of the following articles from the Declaration emphasizes the concept of liberty?
The events in France would likely have little impact on neighboring absolute monarchies.
The events in France would likely have little impact on neighboring absolute monarchies.
What developments did Marat anticipate for the future regarding French society?
What developments did Marat anticipate for the future regarding French society?
Which law was passed shortly after the storming of the Bastille in 1789?
Which law was passed shortly after the storming of the Bastille in 1789?
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen prohibited freedom of speech.
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen prohibited freedom of speech.
What significant social changes occurred in France after 1789?
What significant social changes occurred in France after 1789?
The laws implemented aimed to translate the ideals of __________ and __________ into everyday practice.
The laws implemented aimed to translate the ideals of __________ and __________ into everyday practice.
Match the following items with their descriptions:
Match the following items with their descriptions:
What kind of materials flooded the towns of France after the abolition of censorship?
What kind of materials flooded the towns of France after the abolition of censorship?
Opposing views could not be expressed after the abolition of censorship.
Opposing views could not be expressed after the abolition of censorship.
Before the Revolution, all written material required approval from the __________.
Before the Revolution, all written material required approval from the __________.
Study Notes
The Context of Revolution
- Reference to consequences for the oppressors who ignore the suffering of the oppressed, implying poetic justice in revolutionary consequences.
- The term ‘slaves’ likely refers to the common people or those under the oppressive rule of the aristocracy in France.
Political Climate in 1787
- Louis XVI's inability to impose taxes unilaterally; required convening of the Estates General.
- Estates General included representatives from three estates: clergy, nobility, and commoners (Third Estate).
- Last convening of the Estates General prior to July 1789 was in 1614, indicating a long-standing absence of political engagement.
Key Events leading to Revolution
- May 5, 1789: Louis XVI summoned the Estates General amid societal discontent and a depleted treasury.
- The establishment of the National Assembly by the Third Estate and the storming of the Bastille occurred in July 1789, marking a significant break from the Old Regime.
Changes in Governance
- National Assembly drafted a constitution in 1791 to limit monarchical power, establishing a constitutional monarchy.
- Separation of powers introduced: legislative, executive, and judiciary bodies to ensure no single institution held absolute power.
Changes to Social Structure
- August 4, 1789: Abolishment of the feudal system and clergy privileges, significantly redistributing power and wealth.
- Church lands were confiscated, yielding over 2 billion livres in government assets.
Rights and Liberties Established
- Constitution of 1791 emphasized natural rights for all citizens, such as freedom of speech and equal protection under the law.
- Citizens had the right to participate in law-making processes, emphasizing democratic principles.
Influence of Revolutionary Ideals
- Revolutionary journalist Jean-Paul Marat critiqued societal wealth dynamics and the exclusion of the poor from political representation.
- The press flourished post-revolution, with freedom of expression enabling diverse viewpoints to circulate, challenging monarchical narratives.
Societal Changes Post-Revolution
- Abolition of censorship allowed for unrestricted publication of ideas; newspapers and pamphlets proliferated, fostering public debate and awareness.
- The aftermath of the revolution led to cultural transformations, including changes in clothing, language, and literature reflective of revolutionary ideals.
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This quiz examines the profound message conveyed by Young regarding the moral implications of enjoying luxury at the cost of others' suffering. It invites you to analyze his criticism of society and explores the dangers he foresees in a world where the oppressed are ignored. Engage with the text to uncover deeper meanings and societal critiques.
