French Revolution Phases

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What was the main goal of the National Assembly during the early phase of the French Revolution?
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The main goal of the National Assembly was to draft a new constitution that established a constitutional monarchy with representative government.
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What event marks the beginning of the Radical Phase of the French Revolution?
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The Radical Phase began with the storming of the Tuileries Palace on August 10, 1792.
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Who were the Jacobins and what was their role during the Reign of Terror?
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The Jacobins were a radical political club that led the Reign of Terror by purging counter-revolutionaries and enemies of the state.
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What was the significant change during the Thermidorian Reaction phase?
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The Thermidorian Reaction marked the fall of Robespierre and the end of the Reign of Terror, leading to a moderate phase with the establishment of the Directory.
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What major document did the National Assembly produce during the Moderate Phase?
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The National Assembly produced the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.
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In which phase did the execution of King Louis XVI take place?
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King Louis XVI was executed during the Radical Phase.
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What was the primary role of the Committee of Public Safety?
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The Committee of Public Safety's primary role was to protect the newly established Republic against foreign attacks and internal rebellion.
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What effect did the fall of Bastille have on the French Revolution?
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The fall of Bastille symbolized the end of the king's absolute power and the birth of the people's sovereignty.
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Who led France during the late phase of the Revolution known as the Directory?
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The Directory was led by an executive committee of five directors.
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How did the French Revolutionary Wars influence the French Revolution phases?
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The wars heightened internal strife and propelled leaders to adopt radical measures, impacting each phase's progression.
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What is the significance of the Declaration of Pilnitz in relation to the French Revolution?
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The Declaration of Pilnitz threatened France with armed intervention if the monarchy was not restored, fueling revolutionary fervor.
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During which phase was the Committee of Public Safety established?
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The Committee of Public Safety was established during the Radical Phase.
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What was the Directory's main challenge during the final phase of the French Revolution?
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The Directory's main challenge was governance amidst instability, corruption, and ongoing military conflicts.
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What led to the end of the Radical Phase?
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Robespierre's execution in July 1794 led to the end of the Radical Phase.
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How did the revolution's changes during the Moderate Phase impact the aristocracy?
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The revolution during the Moderate Phase abolished feudal privileges and reduced aristocratic power.
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