Causes of the French Revolution

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What was the financial state of France before the French Revolution?
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France was in deep financial crisis due to its involvement in costly wars and poor tax policies.
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How did the Enlightenment ideas contribute to the French Revolution?
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Enlightenment ideas promoted equality, liberty, and fraternity, challenging the traditional monarchy and promoting revolutionary thought.
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How did social inequality contribute to the French Revolution?
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France's rigid social hierarchy divided people into estates with the Third Estate facing oppression, leading to discontent.
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What role did King Louis XVI play in causing the French Revolution?
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King Louis XVI's weak leadership contributed to financial mismanagement and increased public frustration.
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What was the significance of the Estates-General meeting in 1789?
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It highlighted the discontent among the Third Estate, leading to the formation of the National Assembly.
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How did high taxation contribute to the French Revolution?
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Unfair and burdensome taxes on the Third Estate fueled resentment and desire for reform.
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What was the impact of bread prices on the French Revolution?
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Rising bread prices caused widespread hunger and riots, increasing unrest among the populace.
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How did the American Revolution influence the French Revolution?
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The American Revolution inspired French citizens to challenge their monarchy and demand similar freedoms.
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What impact did the Ancien Régime have on the revolution?
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The Ancien Régime's outdated and unfair system fostered widespread discontent and calls for reform.
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What role did the bourgeoisie play in the Revolution?
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The bourgeoisie, part of the Third Estate, led demands for more economic and political power, fueling revolutionary actions.
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How did financial advisors like Necker influence the French Revolution?
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Advisors like Necker revealed fiscal mismanagement, leading to public demand for reforms.
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What influence did the failed harvests have on the French Revolution?
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Failed harvests led to food shortages and rising prices, exacerbating public discontent.
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What was the impact of Marie Antoinette's reputation in the Revolution?
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She was seen as a symbol of royal excess and indifference, increasing public anger.
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How did pamphlets and newspapers influence the French Revolution?
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They spread revolutionary ideas and rallied public support against the monarchy.
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What significance did the storming of the Bastille have regarding the Revolution's causes?
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The storming symbolized the people’s power and the fall of monarchical tyranny.
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