Louis XVI and the Empty Treasure Quiz

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Why did Louis XVI find an empty treasure when he became King?

Poor management by the government officials

Long years of war and maintenance of the court at the Palace of Versailles (correct)

Natural disasters affecting the economy

Excessive spending on royal ceremonies and festivities

Why was the French state forced to increase taxes during the late 18th century?

To fund scientific research and technological advancements

To build more palaces and expand royal residences

To meet expenses like maintaining the army after the war (correct)

To support cultural activities and artistic endeavors

Which estate in French society was exempted from paying taxes in the 18th century?

None, all estates had to pay taxes

3rd Estate (Commoners)

2nd Estate (Nobility)

1st Estate (Clergy) (correct)

What added significant debt to the French government during Louis XVI's reign?

The war to help American colonies gain independence from Britain Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the clergy in the 1st Estate of French society?

Exemption from paying taxes and holding power Signup and view all the answers

Who were members of the 2nd Estate in French society during the late 18th century?

Kings, queens, lords, and aristocrats Signup and view all the answers

Which group formed the majority in French society during the late 18th century?

3rd Estate (Commoners) Signup and view all the answers

What consequences did dividing French society into three estates have on tax collection?

Only members of the third estate paid taxes Signup and view all the answers

How did France contribute to the American colonial independence war and what impact did it have on the French government?

France helped the American colonies gain independence from Britain, adding significant debt to the French government. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the 1st Estate in French society during the late 18th century.

The 1st Estate consisted of the clergy, including priests, bishops, and religious leaders, who held power and influence and were exempt from paying taxes. Signup and view all the answers

What were the main reasons for the empty treasure found by Louis XVI when he became King in 1774?

Long years of war and maintenance of the court of the Palace of Versailles. Signup and view all the answers

Who made up the 2nd Estate in French society during the late 18th century?

The nobility, which included kings, queens, lords, and aristocrats, characterized the 2nd Estate. Signup and view all the answers

What impact did dividing French society into three estates have on tax collection?

Dividing society into three estates led to only the members of the 3rd Estate paying taxes, creating an unfair tax burden. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the French state increase taxes during the late 18th century?

The French state increased taxes to meet expenses such as maintaining the army and covering debts incurred from wars. Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the clergy in the 1st Estate of French society?

The clergy included priests, bishops, and religious leaders who held power, influence, and were exempt from paying taxes. Signup and view all the answers

How did the war between France and Britain impact the French government financially?

The war between France and Britain added significant debt to the French government. Signup and view all the answers

Which estate in French society was exempt from paying taxes in the 18th century?

The clergy, as part of the 1st Estate, was exempt from paying taxes. Signup and view all the answers

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Why did Louis XVI find an empty treasure when he became King?

Why was the French state forced to increase taxes during the late 18th century?

Which estate in French society was exempted from paying taxes in the 18th century?

What added significant debt to the French government during Louis XVI's reign?

What characterized the clergy in the 1st Estate of French society?

Who were members of the 2nd Estate in French society during the late 18th century?

Which group formed the majority in French society during the late 18th century?

What consequences did dividing French society into three estates have on tax collection?

How did France contribute to the American colonial independence war and what impact did it have on the French government?

Describe the 1st Estate in French society during the late 18th century.

What were the main reasons for the empty treasure found by Louis XVI when he became King in 1774?

Who made up the 2nd Estate in French society during the late 18th century?

What impact did dividing French society into three estates have on tax collection?

Why did the French state increase taxes during the late 18th century?

What characterized the clergy in the 1st Estate of French society?

How did the war between France and Britain impact the French government financially?

Which estate in French society was exempt from paying taxes in the 18th century?

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