French Revolution and Napoleon

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Why was the invasion of Russia considered a great disaster for Napoleon?

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Russia's scorched-earth policy and cold winter wiped out most of Napoleons army.

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What happened to Napoleon after his last defeat at Waterloo? Options: he was exiled to British-held island of Saint Helena, he was executed by the National Assembly, he died in the Battle of Waterloo, he became emperor of France

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he was exiled to British-held island of Saint Helena

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How did Napoleon Bonaparte take power in France in 1799? Options: Democratically elected, A coup de'tat, appointed First Consul in Notre Dame Cathedral, Battle Elephants

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A coup de'tat

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What land did Napoleon sell to America?

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Louisiana Territory

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What is the continental system?

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French plan to block trade between England and Europe

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The French Revolution started with the storming of the:

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Bastille

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When Napoleon became the supreme leader in France what popular legal system did he enact?

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Napoleonic Code

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Who were restored to power as a result of the Congress of Vienna?

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Monarchs

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Who led the Congress of Vienna?

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Clemons von Metternich

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In 1804, Napoleon was elected as ____________ for life.

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Emperor