Overview of the French Revolution

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How did the social inequality in France contribute to the unrest before the revolution?

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The social inequality in France led to a large wealth gap between the nobility and the common people, causing resentment and unrest among the lower classes.

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What were some examples of social inequality and unrest in France before the revolution?

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Unequal distribution of wealth and privileges among the three estates

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What were some of the economic hardships faced by the people of France leading up to the French Revolution? Options: High taxes, food shortages, and rising prices of basic necessities; No taxes, no food shortages, and decreasing prices of basic necessities; Low taxes, abundant food, and decreasing prices of basic necessities; High wages, surplus of food, and stable prices of basic necessities

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High taxes, food shortages, and rising prices of basic necessities

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How did Enlightenment ideas contribute to the causes of the French Revolution?

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Enlightenment ideas promoted individual rights, equality, and the questioning of authority.

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What impact did Enlightenment ideas have on the French Revolution?

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Enlightenment ideas inspired the revolutionaries to challenge the existing social and political structures.

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How did the Reign of Terror impact the French Revolution?

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The Reign of Terror was a period of intense violence and executions, leading to further unrest during the French Revolution.

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Who was a key figure in the French Revolution known for his radical policies and leadership during the Reign of Terror?

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Maximilien Robespierre

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What was the primary function of the guillotine during the French Revolution?

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The guillotine was used to execute those deemed enemies of the revolution.

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What was Marie Antoinette's role during the French Revolution?

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She was the queen of France and was executed during the revolution.

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What role did Napoleon Bonaparte play in the French Revolution?

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He led the French army to several victories and eventually became the ruler of France.