The French Revolution: A Period of Social and Political Change
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What was the outcome of the insurrection of 10 August 1792?

  • The Committee of Public Safety took control of the government
  • Napoleon Bonaparte was declared Emperor of France
  • The French monarchy was restored
  • The French monarchy was abolished and replaced by the French First Republic (correct)

    • How many people were executed during the Reign of Terror?

  • Less than 5,000 people
  • Around 10,000 people
  • Over 20,000 people
  • About 16,000 people (correct)

    • What event is seen as marking the end of the Revolutionary period?

  • The establishment of the French First Republic
  • The end of the Reign of Terror
  • The Consulate seizing power in a military coup (correct)
  • The execution of Louis XVI

    • What was the outcome of the military defeats following the outbreak of the French Revolutionary Wars in April 1792?

    <p>The insurrection of 10 August 1792 occurred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What replaced the French First Republic in 1795?

    <p>The Directory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the Committee of Public Safety in power?

    <p>From 1793 to 1794</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the French Revolution in 1792?

    <p>The proclamation of the French First Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major cause of the French Revolution?

    <p>A financial crisis and social distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a result of the radical measures taken by the National Assembly?

    <p>The abolition of feudalism and state control over the Catholic Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long did the French Revolution last?

    <p>10 years, 6 months, and 4 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marked the beginning of the French Revolution?

    <p>The convocation of the Estates General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the coup of 18 Brumaire in November 1799?

    <p>The formation of the French Consulate</p> Signup and view all the answers

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