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What event marked the beginning of the French Revolution?
What event marked the beginning of the French Revolution?
- The Estates General of 1789 (correct)
- The Insurrection of 10 August 1792
- The coup of 18 Brumaire in November 1799
- The Storming of the Bastille
Which assembly was formed after the convocation of the Estates General in May 1789?
Which assembly was formed after the convocation of the Estates General in May 1789?
- National Assembly (correct)
- Legislative Assembly
- Convention Assembly
- Constituent Assembly
What significant measures were taken by the Assembly after the Storming of the Bastille?
What significant measures were taken by the Assembly after the Storming of the Bastille?
- Establishment of absolute monarchy, dissolution of the National Assembly, and suppression of civil liberties
- Abolition of feudalism, state control over the Catholic Church, and a declaration of rights (correct)
- Enforcement of serfdom, empowerment of clergy, and imposition of martial law
- Imposition of higher taxes, expansion of noble privileges, and restriction of press freedom
What event resulted in the replacement of the monarchy by the French First Republic?
What event resulted in the replacement of the monarchy by the French First Republic?
To which body did effective political power pass after another revolt in June 1793?
To which body did effective political power pass after another revolt in June 1793?
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