French Revolution Quiz

When did the French Revolution begin?

• 1787

• 1789

• 1791

• 1799

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Who became Prime Consul after the coup d'état in 1799?

• King Louis XVI

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Cedric

• Pope Pius VII

What was a major cause of the French Revolution?

• The increase in population

• Economic problems

• A successful war

• The rise of technology

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Which period is known as the Enlightenment?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

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What was the name of the assembly that King Louis XVI convened in 1789?

• National Assembly

• State Assembly

• General Assembly

• Estates-General

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What event is celebrated on July 14, 1789?

• The signing of the Constitution

• The storming of the Bastille

• The coronation of Napoleon

• The end of the monarchy

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What motto became associated with the French Revolution?

• Liberty, Equality, Brotherhood

• Freedom, Justice, Equality

• Unity, Peace, Progress

• Strength, Honor, Duty

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What happened to King Louis XVI during the Revolution?

• He fled the country

• He was crowned emperor

• He was executed

• He became a commoner

Who was Marie Antoinette?

• A famous soldier

• The queen of France

• A revolutionary leader

• A commoner

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What did the French Revolution promote around the world?

• Absolute monarchy

• Ideas of freedom, equality, and brotherhood

• Economic hardship

• War and conflict

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