French Revolution & Rise of Napoleon Quiz

What year did the 13 American Colonies launch their war for independence from Great Britain?

• 1789

• 1776

• 1792

• 1804

Who among the following philosophers believed that people have a right to free speech, even if we disagree?

• Rousseau

• Charles Montesquieu

• Voltaire

• John Locke

Which social class made up the highest-ranking members of the French Catholic Church and was the most privileged?

• Second Estate

• First Estate

• Bourgeoise

• Peasants

Who was nicknamed 'Madame Deficit' due to her frivolous spending and wealthy habits?

• Isabella I of Castile

• Marie Antoinette

• Catherine the Great

• Queen Elizabeth

What was the name of the group that met to discuss France's national affairs with members from all three estates?

• The National Assembly

• The Estates General

• The Third Estate

• The Jacobins

What event marked the beginning of the French Revolution?

• The Declaration of the Rights of Man

• The Great Fear

• The Storming of the Bastille Prison

• The Reign of Terror

Who led the National Assembly to proclaim France a republic in 1792?

• Maximilien Robespierre

• Georges Danton

• King Louis XVI

• Marie Antoinette

What was the unique method used by the Russians to defeat Napoleon's men during the invasion of Russia in 1812?

• Blitzkrieg

• Scorched-earth policy

• Guerrilla warfare

• Trench warfare

Where was Napoleon exiled after his defeat at the Battle of Waterloo?

• Elba

• St. Helena

• Sardinia

• Corsica

What was the goal of the Congress of Vienna held in 1815?

• To create a long-term goal for peace in Europe

• To establish Napoleon as the ruler of Europe

• To divide Europe into smaller countries

• To promote war and conflict in Europe