12 Questions
Which event led to the abolition of censorship in France in 1789?
Storming of the Bastille
What did the revolutionary governments aim to achieve through passing laws post-1789 in France?
Translate ideals of liberty and equality into everyday practice
How did the abolition of censorship impact cultural activities in France?
It allowed written material and cultural activities to be published freely
What was a significant outcome of freedom of the press in France post-1789?
Growth in printed materials circulated throughout France
Why did the people decide to storm the Bastille prison on 14 July 1789?
To overthrow the king's despotic power symbolized by the fortress
What happened to the Bastille fortress after it was stormed by the people?
It was demolished and its stone fragments were sold in the markets
What event sparked the storming of the Bastille prison on 14 July 1789?
The king ordering troops to move into the city
What was the main demand of the people who gathered in front of the town hall on 14 July 1789?
To form a peoples' militia
What important ideas were spread from France to the rest of Europe during the nineteenth century?
Liberty and democratic rights
Who crowned himself Emperor of France in 1804?
Napoleon Bonaparte
What laws did Napoleon Bonaparte introduce during his rule?
Protection of private property and a uniform system of weights and measures
What role did Napoleon Bonaparte see himself as in Europe?
Moderniser
Test your knowledge on Chapter 1 of India and the Contemporary World, which covers the French Revolution. Explore the historical events that led to this significant period of change and turmoil in France.
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