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What was one of the key ideas of the Cult of Supreme Reason?
What was one of the key ideas of the Cult of Supreme Reason?
- To establish a new form of government
- To support the monarchy
- To promote traditional religious practices
- To replace religion entirely (correct)
What significant change regarding slavery occurred on February 4, 1794?
What significant change regarding slavery occurred on February 4, 1794?
- Slavery was expanded in French colonies
- Slavery was abolished (correct)
- The enslavement of indigenous people began
- All enslaved people were granted citizenship
How many official executions took place during the Reign of Terror?
How many official executions took place during the Reign of Terror?
- 20,000
- 17,000 (correct)
- 10,000
- 30,000
Which prominent figure was executed on October 16, 1793?
Which prominent figure was executed on October 16, 1793?
What was a consequence of the radical government's heavy surveillance during the Revolution?
What was a consequence of the radical government's heavy surveillance during the Revolution?
What is a key issue with the model of domestic political participation mentioned in the content?
What is a key issue with the model of domestic political participation mentioned in the content?
Which statement best describes the model of domestic political participation outlined in the content?
Which statement best describes the model of domestic political participation outlined in the content?
What implication does the fragility of the domestic political participation model have?
What implication does the fragility of the domestic political participation model have?
Why can the domestic political participation model be considered ineffective?
Why can the domestic political participation model be considered ineffective?
Which aspect does the content imply is crucial for a successful model of political participation?
Which aspect does the content imply is crucial for a successful model of political participation?
Which historical figure is known for being a vocal opponent of the influence of secret societies?
Which historical figure is known for being a vocal opponent of the influence of secret societies?
Augustin Barruel is primarily recognized for his beliefs in which controversial area?
Augustin Barruel is primarily recognized for his beliefs in which controversial area?
Which of the following groups is frequently associated with conspiracy theories along with the Illuminati?
Which of the following groups is frequently associated with conspiracy theories along with the Illuminati?
What were the primary theories that Augustin Barruel raised concerns about?
What were the primary theories that Augustin Barruel raised concerns about?
Which pair of historical figures is noted in the context of discussing conspiracy theories related to secret societies?
Which pair of historical figures is noted in the context of discussing conspiracy theories related to secret societies?
What was one perspective held by Francois Furet and Simon Schama regarding revolutionaries?
What was one perspective held by Francois Furet and Simon Schama regarding revolutionaries?
According to feminist reconsiderations, what was a significant outcome of the Revolution for women?
According to feminist reconsiderations, what was a significant outcome of the Revolution for women?
Which of the following women was NOT mentioned as a prominent individual during the Revolution?
Which of the following women was NOT mentioned as a prominent individual during the Revolution?
What traditional divide was challenged by this moment?
What traditional divide was challenged by this moment?
What new space was created for women as a result of this moment?
What new space was created for women as a result of this moment?
What theme was explored in feminist research during the 1970s and 80s regarding the Revolution?
What theme was explored in feminist research during the 1970s and 80s regarding the Revolution?
What aspect of women's experiences during the Revolution was emphasized in discussions of misogyny?
What aspect of women's experiences during the Revolution was emphasized in discussions of misogyny?
How did this moment affect women's influence on political events?
How did this moment affect women's influence on political events?
What role did women's domestic duties play in this moment?
What role did women's domestic duties play in this moment?
Which statement best reflects the impact of this moment on societal norms?
Which statement best reflects the impact of this moment on societal norms?
Study Notes
Domestic Political Models
- Domestic political participation model proved fragile, lacking support for women’s political power.
- Moderate Girondins were marginalized and became increasingly rare.
The Cult of Supreme Reason
- Aimed to replace traditional religion entirely.
- Introduced revolutionary calendar and metric system.
- Exhibited hostility towards priests and clerical authority.
- Lacked popularity outside radical circles.
- Abolished slavery on February 4, 1794, impacting sugar production in Haiti.
Execution of Louis XVI
- Louis XVI was executed by guillotine in 1793.
- Radical governmental actions incited fear even among revolutionaries.
- Economic conditions continued to decline.
The Reign of Terror
- Approximately 17,000 official executions, with estimates of up to 40,000 for perceived crimes.
- Notable execution of Marie Antoinette on October 16, 1793.
- Surge of paranoia led to widespread spying; even dissent against surveillance could result in death.
- Conspiracy theories targeted groups like Freemasons and Illuminati.
- Augustin Barruel was a prominent figure, accused of satanism.
- Critics like Edmund Burke argued revolutionaries were ideologically irrational and idealistic, misunderstanding reality.
- Revolution considered inherently violent and totalitarian, rooted in Enlightenment discourse.
Feminist Reconsiderations
- Women did not gain significant benefits from the Revolution.
- Key figures included Madame De Staël, Madame Roland, Olympe de Gouges, and Charlotte Corday.
- 1970s and 1980s saw a surge in feminist research focusing on women's experiences.
- Cultural and social lives of women largely influenced by exclusion from politics.
- Misogyny manifested through public perception of figures like Marie Antoinette.
- Revolution questioned traditional divides between public political spheres and private domestic roles, allowing women to impact political events while fulfilling domestic duties.
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This quiz explores the challenges faced by domestic political models, particularly in terms of women's political power. It delves into the insecurities of frameworks that fail to support women's participation fully. Test your understanding of the fragility of these political ideals.
