French Revolution Flashcard

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The French social structure, called the Estates, divided society into three classes: The 1st Estate was made up of:

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Clergy

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Members of the 3rd Estate, especially the _______ or middle class, resented paying all the taxes while having little political power.

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Bourgeoisie

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Enlightenment ideas, such as _________ promoted questioning of authority and the demand for equality and rights.

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Natural Rights

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Financial problems worsened due to France's involvement in the _____, which heavily increased the national debt.

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American Revolution

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King Louis XVI called the ________ into session in 1789 to address the financial crisis, but it became a platform for revolutionary demands.

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estates

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The __________, where members of the 3rd Estate vowed to write a new constitution, demonstrated their commitment to political reform.

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Tennis Court Oath

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The storming of the ________ on July 14, 1789, symbolized a revolt against tyranny and became a national holiday.

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Bastille

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______ established the principles of freedom and equality for French citizens.

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The Declaration of the rights of man and citizens

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The _____ forced the king and queen to relocate to Paris, demonstrating the power of popular protest.

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women's march to versailles

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The _______ abolished the monarchy and declared France a republic in 1792.

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National convention