Flashcards on The French Revolution

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When did the French Revolution take place?

The French Revolution took place from 1789 to 1799.

What were the main causes of the French Revolution?

The main causes of the French Revolution were social inequality, economic hardships, and political corruption.

Who was King of France during the French Revolution?

King Louis XVI was the King of France during the French Revolution.

What was the Estates General?

The Estates General was a legislative assembly that represented the three estates of French society before the French Revolution.

Who were the bourgeoisie in France during the French Revolution?

The bourgeoisie were the middle class, including merchants, professionals, and intellectuals, who played a significant role in the French Revolution.

What were the major events of the French Revolution?

The major events of the French Revolution include the storming of the Bastille, the Reign of Terror, and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Who were the sans-culottes in the French Revolution?

The sans-culottes were the radical working-class people who played a significant role in the French Revolution.

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 proclaimed the rights and freedoms of the French citizens during the French Revolution.

Who led the Committee of Public Safety?

Maximilien Robespierre led the Committee of Public Safety during the French Revolution.

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

The guillotine was a symbol of the Reign of Terror and was used to execute thousands of people during the French Revolution.

What were the outcomes of the French Revolution?

The outcomes of the French Revolution include the end of the monarchy, the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, and the spread of revolutionary ideas across Europe.

What role did women play in the French Revolution?

Women played an active role in the French Revolution, participating in protests, forming political clubs, and advocating for their rights.

Who was Marie Antoinette and what was her role in the French Revolution?

Marie Antoinette was the Queen of France and her extravagant lifestyle and perceived indifference to the struggles of the French people made her a target of criticism during the French Revolution.

What was the Napoleonic Code?

The Napoleonic Code was a comprehensive set of laws created by Napoleon Bonaparte, which had a lasting impact on legal systems around the world.

How did the French Revolution influence other countries?

The French Revolution inspired other countries to fight for their own freedoms and led to the spread of revolutionary ideas and nationalist movements.

What was the significance of the Tennis Court Oath in the French Revolution?

The Tennis Court Oath was a pivotal moment in the French Revolution, where members of the Third Estate pledged to not disband until a new constitution was established.

When did the French Revolution take place?

The French Revolution took place from 1789 to 1799.

What were the main causes of the French Revolution?

The main causes of the French Revolution were social inequality, economic hardships, and political corruption.

Who was King of France during the French Revolution?

King Louis XVI was the King of France during the French Revolution.

What was the Estates General?

The Estates General was a legislative assembly that represented the three estates of French society before the French Revolution.

Who were the bourgeoisie in France during the French Revolution?

The bourgeoisie were the middle class, including merchants, professionals, and intellectuals, who played a significant role in the French Revolution.

What were the major events of the French Revolution?

The major events of the French Revolution include the storming of the Bastille, the Reign of Terror, and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Who were the sans-culottes in the French Revolution?

The sans-culottes were the radical working-class people who played a significant role in the French Revolution.

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 proclaimed the rights and freedoms of the French citizens during the French Revolution.

Who led the Committee of Public Safety?

Maximilien Robespierre led the Committee of Public Safety during the French Revolution.

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

The guillotine was a symbol of the Reign of Terror and was used to execute thousands of people during the French Revolution.

What were the outcomes of the French Revolution?

The outcomes of the French Revolution include the end of the monarchy, the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, and the spread of revolutionary ideas across Europe.

What role did women play in the French Revolution?

Women played an active role in the French Revolution, participating in protests, forming political clubs, and advocating for their rights.

Who was Marie Antoinette and what was her role in the French Revolution?

Marie Antoinette was the Queen of France and her extravagant lifestyle and perceived indifference to the struggles of the French people made her a target of criticism during the French Revolution.

What was the Napoleonic Code?

The Napoleonic Code was a comprehensive set of laws created by Napoleon Bonaparte, which had a lasting impact on legal systems around the world.

How did the French Revolution influence other countries?

The French Revolution inspired other countries to fight for their own freedoms and led to the spread of revolutionary ideas and nationalist movements.

What was the significance of the Tennis Court Oath in the French Revolution?

The Tennis Court Oath was a pivotal moment in the French Revolution, where members of the Third Estate pledged to not disband until a new constitution was established.

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