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What major political change occurred in France as a result of the French Revolution?
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The French Revolution led to the end of the monarchy and the establishment of a republic.
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What was the Reign of Terror?
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The Reign of Terror was a period during the French Revolution characterized by extreme political violence and mass executions of perceived enemies of the revolution.
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How did the French Revolution impact social class structure in France?
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The revolution dismantled the feudal system, diminishing the power of the nobility and clergy, and promoted the ideas of equality and meritocracy.
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What was the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen?
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It was a fundamental document of the French Revolution that outlined the rights of all (male) citizens and the principles of national sovereignty.
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Which French political institution abolished the feudal system?
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The National Assembly abolished the feudal system through a series of decrees in 1789.
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How did the French Revolution affect the Catholic Church?
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The revolution led to the nationalization and sale of Church lands, reduction of its power, and secularization of the government.
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Who was Maximilien Robespierre?
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Robespierre was a leading figure in the French Revolution, influential in the Reign of Terror and the Committee of Public Safety.
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What was the significance of the storming of the Bastille?
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The storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, symbolized the uprising against tyranny and the start of the French Revolution.
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Which group gained political power following the French Revolution?
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The bourgeoisie gained significant political power and influence after the Revolution.
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What happened to Louis XVI during the revolution?
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Louis XVI was tried by the National Convention and executed by guillotine in 1793.
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How did the French Revolution inspire other countries?
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The revolution inspired movements toward democracy and equality and influenced future revolutions like in Haiti and Latin America.
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What was the result of the economic conditions in France before the revolution?
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Widespread poverty, famine, and financial crisis were catalysts for revolutionary action.
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How did the revolution affect arts and culture in France?
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The revolution spurred a new wave of artistic movements and a shift toward romanticism, emphasizing individual rights and freedoms.
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What was the Committee of Public Safety?
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A government body created during the revolution to oversee and speed up the work of the government during the crisis.
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Which revolutionary event led to the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte?
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The political instability after the revolution allowed Napoleon Bonaparte to rise to power, eventually becoming Emperor of France.
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