The Reign of Terror and Robespierre's Downfall

The video explores the rise and fall of Maximilien Robespierre during the French Revolution, focusing on the Reign of Terror. It details Robespierre's arrest and execution, the establishment of the Committee of Public Safety, and the widespread paranoia and violence that ensued. The Law of Suspects led to mass executions and social unrest, with many innocent people falling victim to the revolutionary zeal. The video concludes with the aftermath of the Reign of Terror and its impact on France's pursuit of liberty and freedom.

What event marked the beginning of the end for Robespierre?

• The execution of King Louis XVI

• The Storming of the Bastille

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• His arrest at the Hôtel de Ville

What was the primary purpose of the Committee of Public Safety?

• To promote religious freedom

• To protect France from foreign and internal threats

• To establish a monarchy

• To negotiate peace with other nations

What was the 'Certificate of Civism' used for during the Reign of Terror?

• To grant voting rights

• To prove loyalty to the revolution

• To allow travel between cities

• To certify citizenship

What was the Law of Suspects primarily aimed at?

• Regulating trade

• Weeding out enemies of the revolution

• Promoting education

• Identifying foreign spies

Who was Georges Danton and what was his fate?

• A foreign diplomat who negotiated peace

• A king who abdicated the throne

• A revolutionary leader executed for opposing the Reign of Terror

• A military leader who was exiled

What was Camille Desmoulins' criticism of Robespierre?

• He was not supportive of the church

• He was too lenient

• He was too focused on foreign affairs

• He was too oppressive and unjust

What was the outcome of the Coup d'état of 9 Thermidor?

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The arrest and execution of Robespierre

• The establishment of a new monarchy

• The beginning of a new war

What was the impact of the Reign of Terror on the French population?

• Increased support for the monarchy

• Economic prosperity

• Peaceful coexistence

• Widespread fear and paranoia

What was the fate of Robespierre's supporters after his downfall?

• They formed a new government

• They were pardoned

• They were exiled

• Many were executed

What was one of the lasting impacts of the French Revolution?

• The establishment of a new monarchy

• The spread of ideas about liberty and freedom

• The end of all European wars

• The rise of religious power