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Louis XVI was described as well-meaning but weak and indecisive.
Louis XVI was described as well-meaning but weak and indecisive.
True
The Estates-General was the legislative body consisting of representatives of three estates before making any changes.
The Estates-General was the legislative body consisting of representatives of three estates before making any changes.
True
The Tennis Court Oath was an oath to never to separate and to meet wherever the circumstances might require until a constitution was established.
The Tennis Court Oath was an oath to never to separate and to meet wherever the circumstances might require until a constitution was established.
True
The Bastille was a grim medieval fortress used as a prison for political and other prisoners.
The Bastille was a grim medieval fortress used as a prison for political and other prisoners.
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Marquis de Lafayette was an aristocrat known as the “hero of two worlds” who fought alongside George Washington in the American Revolution.
Marquis de Lafayette was an aristocrat known as the “hero of two worlds” who fought alongside George Washington in the American Revolution.
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Jacques Necker was a financial expert and an advisor known for his role in the French Revolution.
Jacques Necker was a financial expert and an advisor known for his role in the French Revolution.
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Olympe de Gouges demanded equal rights in her Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female Citizen. (True/False)
Olympe de Gouges demanded equal rights in her Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female Citizen. (True/False)
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Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Maria Theresa of Austria. (True/False)
Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Maria Theresa of Austria. (True/False)
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The year 1789 marked a period of growing unrest in Paris and throughout France due to economic prosperity. (True/False)
The year 1789 marked a period of growing unrest in Paris and throughout France due to economic prosperity. (True/False)
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The clergy belonged to the Second Estate in the old social system of France. (True/False)
The clergy belonged to the Second Estate in the old social system of France. (True/False)
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The Church owned roughly 25% of the land in France in 1789. (True/False)
The Church owned roughly 25% of the land in France in 1789. (True/False)
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The titled nobility in the Second Estate enjoyed top positions in government, the army, the courts, and the Church. (True/False)
The titled nobility in the Second Estate enjoyed top positions in government, the army, the courts, and the Church. (True/False)
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The majority of the Third Estate consisted of urban workers. (True/False)
The majority of the Third Estate consisted of urban workers. (True/False)
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Urban workers were not part of the Third Estate. (True/False)
Urban workers were not part of the Third Estate. (True/False)
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Noble knights defended the land and maintained their military power during the 1600s. (True/False)
Noble knights defended the land and maintained their military power during the 1600s. (True/False)
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Many nobles struggled financially due to rising prices and pressure to maintain their social status. (True/False)
Many nobles struggled financially due to rising prices and pressure to maintain their social status. (True/False)
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The Estates-General was the legislative body consisting of representatives of three estates before making any changes.
The Estates-General was the legislative body consisting of representatives of three estates before making any changes.
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Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Maria Theresa of Austria. (______/False)
Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Maria Theresa of Austria. (______/False)
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Jacques Necker was a financial expert and an advisor known for his role in the French Revolution. (______/False)
Jacques Necker was a financial expert and an advisor known for his role in the French Revolution. (______/False)
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Marquis de Lafayette was an aristocrat known as the “hero of two worlds” who fought alongside George Washington in the American Revolution. (______/False)
Marquis de Lafayette was an aristocrat known as the “hero of two worlds” who fought alongside George Washington in the American Revolution. (______/False)
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Louis XVI was described as well-meaning but weak and indecisive.
Louis XVI was described as well-meaning but weak and indecisive.
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The titled nobility in the Second Estate enjoyed top positions in government, the army, the courts, and the Church. (______/False)
The titled nobility in the Second Estate enjoyed top positions in government, the army, the courts, and the Church. (______/False)
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Olympe de Gouges demanded equal rights in her Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female ______.
Olympe de Gouges demanded equal rights in her Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female ______.
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Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Maria Theresa of ______.
Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Maria Theresa of ______.
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The year 1789 marked a period of growing unrest in Paris and throughout France, reflecting the economic crisis and widespread demands for significant ______.
The year 1789 marked a period of growing unrest in Paris and throughout France, reflecting the economic crisis and widespread demands for significant ______.
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Under this system, French society was divided into three social classes, also known as ______.
Under this system, French society was divided into three social classes, also known as ______.
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The First Estate consisted of the ______.
The First Estate consisted of the ______.
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The Second Estate was made up of the ______.
The Second Estate was made up of the ______.
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The Third Estate comprised the majority of the ______.
The Third Estate comprised the majority of the ______.
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The Church owned roughly 10% of the ______.
The Church owned roughly 10% of the ______.
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The clergy, belonging to the First Estate, enjoyed immense wealth and privilege in ______.
The clergy, belonging to the First Estate, enjoyed immense wealth and privilege in ______.
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The titled nobility of French society was part of the ______.
The titled nobility of French society was part of the ______.
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Study Notes
French Revolution
- Louis XVI was described as well-meaning but weak and indecisive.
Estates-General
- The Estates-General was the legislative body consisting of representatives of three estates before making any changes.
Oath and Bastille
- The Tennis Court Oath was an oath to never separate and to meet wherever the circumstances might require until a constitution was established.
- The Bastille was a grim medieval fortress used as a prison for political and other prisoners.
Key Figures
- Marquis de Lafayette was an aristocrat known as the “hero of two worlds” who fought alongside George Washington in the American Revolution.
- Jacques Necker was a financial expert and an advisor known for his role in the French Revolution.
- Olympe de Gouges demanded equal rights in her Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female Citizen.
Marie Antoinette and Royal Family
- Marie Antoinette was the daughter of Maria Theresa of Austria.
Social System of France
- French society was divided into three social classes, also known as three estates.
- The First Estate consisted of the clergy, who enjoyed immense wealth and privilege in France.
- The Second Estate was made up of the titled nobility.
- The Third Estate comprised the majority of the population, including commoners.
Economy and Unrest
- The year 1789 marked a period of growing unrest in Paris and throughout France, reflecting the economic crisis and widespread demands for significant changes.
- The Church owned roughly 10% of the land in France in 1789.
Nobility and Clergy
- The titled nobility in the Second Estate enjoyed top positions in government, the army, the courts, and the Church.
- Many nobles struggled financially due to rising prices and pressure to maintain their social status.
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Test your knowledge of the beginning of the French Revolution with this worksheet, covering key terms such as ancient régime, estates, bourgeoisie, deficit spending, and the role of Louis XVI. Suitable for Grade 10 students studying Absolutism and Revolution (1550-1850).
