The French Revolution: Key Events and Slogans of Change

The French Revolution: Key Events and Slogans of Change

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, World Languages

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the French Revolution, highlighting its significance in world history. It explains the importance of July 14th, celebrated as Bastille Day, and introduces the revolutionary slogan 'Liberty, Equality, Fraternity.' The storming of the Bastille is detailed, emphasizing its symbolism against despotic power. The aftermath, including the capture and execution of the King, is briefly covered.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of 14th July for the French people?

It is the day Napoleon was crowned.

It marks the end of World War II.

It is the day of the French Revolution.

It is celebrated as Bastille Day.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which three words were the slogan for the French revolutionaries?

Freedom, Justice, and Brotherhood

Peace, Love, and Unity

Honor, Courage, and Strength

Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

On what date did the French Revolution begin?

4th July 1776

14th July 1789

25th December 1799

1st January 1800

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial action taken by the revolutionaries on 14th July 1789?

Signing of a peace treaty

Execution of the King

Storming of the Fort Bastille

Formation of a new government

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the Fort Bastille targeted by the revolutionaries?

It was a symbol of the King's uncontrolled power.

It was the residence of the King.

It was a place of religious significance.

It was a major financial center.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the rumor that spread in Paris before the storming of Bastille?

The King was going to abdicate the throne.

The King was planning to flee the country.

The King had ordered soldiers to fire on the people.

The King was going to reduce taxes.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the revolutionaries form in front of the town hall?

A militia

A peace treaty

A new government

A trade union

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the commander of the Bastille Fort during the attack?

He was captured and imprisoned.

He was killed.

He escaped to another country.

He joined the revolutionaries.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the King after the initial events of the revolution?

He was captured and later executed.

He was reinstated as a constitutional monarch.

He was exiled to another country.

He abdicated the throne voluntarily.