Robespierre and the Reign of Terror

What was Maximilien Robespierre's role during the French Revolution?

• King of France

• Leader of the Committee of Public Safety

• General of the French Army

• Author of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following was a primary cause of the Reign of Terror?

• The invasion of France by Spain

• The execution of King Louis XVI

• The internal and external threats Robespierre felt towards the French Revolution

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify a key event that occurred during the Reign of Terror.

• The Storming of the Bastille

• The Tennis Court Oath

• The execution of Marie Antoinette

• The signing of the Napoleonic Code

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What was one impact of the Reign of Terror on French society?

• Strengthening of the monarchy

• Establishment of a constitutional monarchy

• Widespread fear and suspicion among citizens

• Economic prosperity

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How did the Reign of Terror come to an end?

• The defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte

• The fall of the Bastille

• The execution of Robespierre

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how Robespierre justified the use of terror during the French Revolution.

• He believed it was necessary to protect the revolution from its enemies.

• He wanted to establish a monarchy.

• He aimed to expand French territories.

• He sought to promote religious freedom.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the role of the Committee of Public Safety during the Reign of Terror.

• It was responsible for foreign diplomacy.

• It organized the French military.

• It oversaw the execution of perceived enemies of the revolution.

• It managed the French economy.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Evaluate the role of the French Directory in the aftermath of the Reign of Terror.

• It restored the monarchy.

• It continued the policies of the Reign of Terror.

• It attempted to stabilize France and end the radical phase of the revolution.

• It expanded French territories through conquest.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Identify one reason why the Reign of Terror was controversial.

• It led to the expansion of French territories.

• It resulted in the execution of thousands, often without fair trials.

• It promoted religious freedom.

• It strengthened the French monarchy.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Describe the political atmosphere in France that led to the rise of the Reign of Terror.

• A period of peace and stability

• Widespread support for the monarchy

• Political chaos and fear of counter-revolution

• Economic prosperity

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept