VOICED : Versalles reabre al público sala donde nació la democracia francesa

The video discusses the reopening of the Jeu de Paume Room at the Palace of Versailles, a key site in the French Revolution where the National Assembly was formed. The room, originally built for Louis XIV, has been restored. Additionally, the royal apartments of Louis XV's heir and his sisters have reopened, featuring the opulent Cabinet of the Dauphin, showcasing rococo art.

What was the original purpose of the Jeu de Paume Room at the Palace of Versailles?

• A ballroom for royal dances

• A dining hall for banquets

• A court for playing an early form of tennis

• A meeting room for political discussions

What significant event took place in the Jeu de Paume Room on June 20, 1789?

• The coronation of King Louis XVI

• The Tennis Court Oath by the representatives

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

• The execution of Marie Antoinette

When was the restoration of the Jeu de Paume Room completed?

• February 2021

• February 2022

• July 2021

• July 2022

Which art style is prominently featured in the Dauphin's Great Cabinet?

• Baroque

• Gothic

• Rococo

• Neoclassical

How long were the richly decorated rooms closed to the public before their reopening?

• 5 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 20 years