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Which factor contributed to the increase in French government debt during Louis XVI's reign?
Which factor contributed to the increase in French government debt during Louis XVI's reign?
- Aid provided to American colonies for independence (correct)
- Tax reductions for the nobility
- Export growth in the agricultural sector
- Decrease in military expenditure
Who were exempted from paying taxes in the French society of the 18th century?
Who were exempted from paying taxes in the French society of the 18th century?
- Members of the third estate
- Nobility (2nd Estate)
- Clergy (1st Estate) (correct)
- Commoners
What was the main reason for the empty treasure found by Louis XVI when he became King?
What was the main reason for the empty treasure found by Louis XVI when he became King?
- Excessive spending on education and healthcare
- Maintenance of the Palace of Versailles (correct)
- Investments in infrastructure development
- Long years of peace and prosperity in France
Which group in French society held a lot of power and influence and were exempt from paying taxes?
Which group in French society held a lot of power and influence and were exempt from paying taxes?
Which estate in French society included kings, queens, lords, and other aristocrats?
Which estate in French society included kings, queens, lords, and other aristocrats?
Why was the state forced to increase taxes in French society during the late 18th century?
Why was the state forced to increase taxes in French society during the late 18th century?
What divided French society into three estates in the 18th century when it came to tax payment?
What divided French society into three estates in the 18th century when it came to tax payment?
'French Society During the Late 18th Century' describes France helping which group gain independence from Britain?
'French Society During the Late 18th Century' describes France helping which group gain independence from Britain?
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