Napoleon Bonaparte - Webquest (24-25)

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Napoleon was born on which date and in which place?

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August 15, 1769, in Corsica

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Napoleon’s school years can be best described as:

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Challenging and isolated

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What was the system of government that followed the French Directory AND what role did Napoleon play in this new government?

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The Consulate; Napoleon became the First Consul

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In 1802, a constitutional amendment made Napoleon first consul ________. Two years later, in 1804, he crowned himself ________________ in a lavish ceremony at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris.

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first consul and Emperor

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What was ultimately the reason that Napoleon’s troops failed in their invasion of Russia in the summer of 1812?

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The harsh Russian winter

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The Peninsular War (1808-1814) is significant to the downfall of Napoleon because:

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It drained French resources and weakened Napoleon's army.

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Napoleon returned to France and began his “Hundred Days Campaign” by escaping from which island?

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Elba

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The Battle of Waterloo was significant because it marked the end of which leader's rule?

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Napoleon Bonaparte

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According to the website, what was Napoleon’s most significant accomplishment AND what did it involve?

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The Napoleonic Code, which involved reforming the legal system.

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In 1802, a constitutional amendment made Napoleon first consul for life. Two years later what happened?

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Napoleon was crowned emperor in 1804.