French Revolution: Storming of the Bastille

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What event took place on the morning of 14 July 1789 in Paris?

  • A parade was organized to celebrate the king's command.
  • A group of people stormed the fortress-prison, the Bastille. (correct)
  • The king commanded troops to move into the city.
  • The town hall was demolished by the citizens.

Why did the citizens storm the fortress-prison, the Bastille?

  • To rescue prisoners who were falsely imprisoned.
  • To protest against the despotic power of the king. (correct)
  • To capture the commander of the Bastille.
  • To find and confiscate hoarded ammunition.

What was the outcome of the citizens' attack on the Bastille?

  • The citizens found a large hoard of ammunition.
  • The citizens were captured and imprisoned.
  • The fortress was demolished and its prisoners were executed.
  • The commander of the Bastille was released. (correct)

Why did the citizens sell the stone fragments of the demolished Bastille in the markets?

<p>To allow others to keep souvenirs of its destruction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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