Impact of the French Revolution - Economic and Social Changes

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How did the French Revolution change land ownership in France?
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It led to the redistribution of lands from nobles and the Church to peasants and the bourgeoisie.
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What was a major economic problem faced by France before the Revolution?
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France faced a large national debt and tax inequality, burdening the Third Estate.
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How were artisans and workers affected by the French Revolution?
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They experienced both increased opportunities and economic challenges due to instability.
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How did the Revolution affect France's social structure?
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It dismantled the feudal system, abolishing privileges based on birth.
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What significant social document was produced during the French Revolution?
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The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, promoting equality and freedoms.
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How did the French Revolution impact women's rights?
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While initially hopeful, women's rights largely stagnated despite some temporary advancements.
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What was the impact of the French Revolutionary Wars on the French economy?
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They drained resources and destabilized the economy, leading to inflation.
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What socio-economic group gained more influence after the French Revolution?
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The bourgeoisie, who gained from the reduction in power of the nobility and clergy.
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In what way did the Revolution change laws regarding the estate system?
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It abolished them, promoting legal equality.
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Which economic system became more prominent post-revolution?
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Capitalism began to take shape as a dominant economic system.
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How did the Revolution influence labor in France?
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Feudal obligations were abolished, granting more freedom and rights to laborers.
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How did the French Revolution contribute to urbanization?
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The redistribution of land and economic changes prompted more people to migrate to cities.
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What was one negative economic impact of the Revolution?
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Widespread destruction of infrastructure and resulting famine.
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What was the Le Chapelier Law of 1791?
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A law that prohibited guilds and strikes, affecting workers' ability to organize.
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How did the Revolution empower the lower classes?
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It provided them with more rights and reduced aristocratic dominance.
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