Causes of the French Revolution

Tap or click on cards to flip them and reveal the answers. You can use arrow keys as well.

  • Loading folders...
1/15 cards
What social system was in place in France before the French Revolution?
Click to flip
The Ancien Régime, which divided society into three estates: the clergy, the nobility, and the common people.
Click to flip
How did economic hardship contribute to the French Revolution?
Click to flip
France faced severe financial crises due to debt from wars and poor harvests leading to high bread prices.
Click to flip
What role did Enlightenment ideas play in the French Revolution?
Click to flip
Enlightenment ideas promoted principles like liberty, democracy, and equality, which inspired revolutionaries.
Click to flip
How did the American Revolution influence the French Revolution?
Click to flip
The American Revolution provided a successful example of revolution and contributed to France’s financial problems.
Click to flip
Why was the Estates-General called by Louis XVI in 1789?
Click to flip
To address France's financial crisis and seek solutions through new taxation policies.
Click to flip
What sparked the storming of the Bastille?
Click to flip
The fear of military intervention and rumors of a royal crackdown led to the uprising.
Click to flip
How did social inequality contribute to the French Revolution?
Click to flip
The Third Estate, making up the majority, was burdened with taxes and lacked political power compared to the privileged First and Second Estates.
Click to flip
What fiscal reforms were attempted before the Revolution?
Click to flip
Various finance ministers tried reforms like taxing the nobility and clergy, but these were often blocked by the privileged classes.
Click to flip
What was the significance of the meeting of the Estates-General?
Click to flip
It led to the formation of the National Assembly, representing a break from the traditional social and political order.
Click to flip
How did the failure of Louis XVI to address grievances lead to the revolution?
Click to flip
His inability to implement reforms angered commoners and amplified demands for change.
Click to flip
What was the role of the bourgeoisie in the French Revolution?
Click to flip
The bourgeoisie, or middle class, were educated and aware of Enlightenment ideas; they sought political power commensurate with their economic role.
Click to flip
Why did poor harvests contribute to the French Revolution?
Click to flip
Poor harvests resulted in food shortages and increased bread prices, aggravating public discontent.
Click to flip
How did King Louis XVI's indecisiveness impact the French Revolution?
Click to flip
His indecisive policies and conflicting directions weakened royal authority, leading to crisis.
Click to flip
What was the Women's March on Versailles?
Click to flip
A major event in 1789 where women marched to demand bread and forced the royal family to return to Paris.
Click to flip
How did the financial crisis place France in a situation ripe for revolution?
Click to flip
Deep national debt and fiscal mismanagement led the country to bankruptcy, contributing to unrest.
Click to flip

Need More Study Materials?

Go back to the chat to generate additional resources.

Create More Resources