Flashcards on The French Revolution

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What were the causes of the French Revolution?

The French Revolution was caused due to various reasons such as social inequality, political injustice and economic hardships among the common people.

What was the main goal of the French Revolution?

The main goal of the French Revolution was to overthrow the absolute monarchy of King Louis XVI and establish a democratic government in France.

When did the French Revolution begin and end?

The French Revolution began in 1789 and ended in 1799.

Who was Maximilien Robespierre?

Maximilien Robespierre was a radical leader of the French Revolution who played a prominent role in the Reign of Terror.

What was the significance of the Storming of the Bastille?

The Storming of the Bastille marked the beginning of the French Revolution and became a symbol of the people's victory over the oppressive monarchy.

Who were the Jacobins?

The Jacobins were a political club during the French Revolution that were known for their radical views and their role in the Reign of Terror.

Who was Napoleon Bonaparte?

Napoleon Bonaparte was a military leader who rose to power during the French Revolution and went on to become the emperor of France.

What was the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen?

The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen was a document that outlined the basic rights and freedoms that all citizens of France should possess.

What was the Reign of Terror?

The Reign of Terror was a period during the French Revolution when thousands of people were executed for not supporting the revolutionary government.

What was the significance of the Battle of Waterloo?

The Battle of Waterloo was the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte which marked the end of the French Revolution.

What were the three estates in French society?

The three estates in French society were the clergy, the nobility and the common people.

Who was Marie Antoinette?

Marie Antoinette was the wife of King Louis XVI and the Queen of France during the French Revolution.

What was the Tennis Court Oath?

The Tennis Court Oath was a pledge taken by members of the National Assembly to not disband until a new constitution was established in France.

What was the role of women during the French Revolution?

Women played an active role in the French Revolution by leading protests, forming political clubs and demanding their rights as citizens.

What was the significance of the guillotine during the French Revolution?

The guillotine was a symbol of the power of the revolutionary government and was used to execute thousands of people during the Reign of Terror.

What were the causes of the French Revolution?

The French Revolution was caused due to various reasons such as social inequality, political injustice and economic hardships among the common people.

What was the main goal of the French Revolution?

The main goal of the French Revolution was to overthrow the absolute monarchy of King Louis XVI and establish a democratic government in France.

When did the French Revolution begin and end?

The French Revolution began in 1789 and ended in 1799.

Who was Maximilien Robespierre?

Maximilien Robespierre was a radical leader of the French Revolution who played a prominent role in the Reign of Terror.

What was the significance of the Storming of the Bastille?

The Storming of the Bastille marked the beginning of the French Revolution and became a symbol of the people's victory over the oppressive monarchy.

Who were the Jacobins?

The Jacobins were a political club during the French Revolution that were known for their radical views and their role in the Reign of Terror.

Who was Napoleon Bonaparte?

Napoleon Bonaparte was a military leader who rose to power during the French Revolution and went on to become the emperor of France.

What was the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen?

The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen was a document that outlined the basic rights and freedoms that all citizens of France should possess.

What was the Reign of Terror?

The Reign of Terror was a period during the French Revolution when thousands of people were executed for not supporting the revolutionary government.

What was the significance of the Battle of Waterloo?

The Battle of Waterloo was the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte which marked the end of the French Revolution.

What were the three estates in French society?

The three estates in French society were the clergy, the nobility and the common people.

Who was Marie Antoinette?

Marie Antoinette was the wife of King Louis XVI and the Queen of France during the French Revolution.

What was the Tennis Court Oath?

The Tennis Court Oath was a pledge taken by members of the National Assembly to not disband until a new constitution was established in France.

What was the role of women during the French Revolution?

Women played an active role in the French Revolution by leading protests, forming political clubs and demanding their rights as citizens.

What was the significance of the guillotine during the French Revolution?

The guillotine was a symbol of the power of the revolutionary government and was used to execute thousands of people during the Reign of Terror.

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