Louis XVI and France Quiz
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What was the financial state of France when Louis XVI ascended the throne?

  • The treasury was overflowing with wealth from successful trade with America
  • The treasury was empty due to long years of war and maintaining an extravagant court at Versailles (correct)
  • The treasury was stable due to careful financial management
  • The treasury was partially drained due to domestic expenses
  • What added to the already existing debt of France during Louis XVI's reign?

  • Expansion of trade with other European nations
  • Investment in infrastructure development
  • Successful economic reforms within France
  • Assisting the thirteen American colonies in gaining independence from Britain (correct)
  • Why did the French government have to spend an increasing percentage of its budget on interest payments alone?

  • The government faced a severe economic recession
  • The cost of maintaining the court at Versailles was exceptionally high
  • The government excessively increased its military expenses
  • Lenders began charging high interest rates on loans given to the state (correct)
  • Which estate of French society paid taxes during the 18th century?

    <p>Only members of the third estate paid taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is usually used to describe the society and institutions of France before 1789?

    <p>Old Regime</p> Signup and view all the answers

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