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Why did the French government start increasing taxes during Louis XVI's reign?

To cover interest payments on loans. (correct)
To increase the salaries of government officials.
To fund support for the American colonies to gain independence.
To maintain an extravagant court at Versailles.

What was the main financial issue faced by France under the reign of Louis XVI?

An empty treasury due to long years of war and maintaining an extravagant court. (correct)
Increasing taxes to cover regular expenses.
The excessive cost of maintaining an army and universities.
High interest rates charged by lenders.

What impact did supporting the American colonies have on France's debt during Louis XVI's reign?

Had no impact on France's debt levels.
Added more than a billion livres to the already existing debt. (correct)
Caused lenders to lower interest rates on loans.
Reduced the debt significantly due to American resources.

Why did lenders start charging 10 percent interest on loans to the French government?

Due to increased risk of default by the French government. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What forced France to increase taxes during Louis XVI's reign?

Inability to meet regular expenses like maintaining an army and universities. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of French society contributed to the financial troubles faced by Louis XVI?

Maintaining an extravagant court at Versailles. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did France enter into financial difficulties during Louis XVI's reign?

Due to high debt from war expenses and an extravagant court. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which action further exacerbated France's financial problems during Louis XVI's rule?

Lenders charging high interest on loans. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did France cope with its increasing budgetary struggles during Louis XVI's reign?

By imposing higher taxes on the general population. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason behind the need for France to rely heavily on borrowing during Louis XVI's reign?

To cover existing debt and interest payments due to financial mismanagement (D) Signup and view all the answers

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