12 Questions
What was the name of the political and social system of France before the revolution of 1789?
Ancien Regimé
Which term refers to the hereditary nobility?
Aristocracy
What is the term for the body of all people ordained for religious duties?
Clergy
What is the term for a person who fled from France because of opposition to or fear of the revolution that began in 1789?
Émigré
What is the term for a group of persons associated by or as if by ties of brotherhood?
Fraternity
What is the term for a sudden and decisive action in politics, especially one resulting in a change of government illegally or by force?
Coup d'état
What is the term for the middle class, characterized by materialistic values or conventional attitudes?
Bourgeoisie
What is the term for the three estates of the realm in France?
Nobility, Clergy, and Commoners
What is the term for a class of persons holding exceptional rank and privileges?
Aristocracy
What is the term for the legislative body in France until 1789?
Estate General
What is the term for the amount by which expenditures or liabilities exceed income or assets?
Deficit
What is the term for the major social or political group that once had specific political powers?
Estate
Test your knowledge of key terms related to the French Revolution, including the Ancien Regime, social classes, and significant events. Learn the definitions of essential vocabulary and improve your understanding of this pivotal period in history.
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