French Revolution Quiz

What percentage of the French population did the 3rd estate comprise?

• 50%

• 75%

• 97%

• 20%

What was the main fear of the 2nd estate during the French Revolution?

• Losing traditional privilege and exemption from tax

• Being invaded by foreign powers

• Losing their land to the 3rd estate

• Being forced into military service

What was the role of women in the government during Marie Antoinette's time?

• They held significant political power

• They had no voice in the government

• They were the primary decision-makers

• They led the military

What did the National Assembly's declaration emphasize about men?

• Men are born free and equal in rights

• Men should serve in the military

• Men should pay higher taxes

• Men should own land

What was the Tennis Court Oath?

• A new form of voting proposed by the National Assembly

• A meeting held in a tennis court to draft a constitution

• A law passed to increase taxes on the wealthy

• A treaty signed with foreign nations

What was the guillotine primarily used for during the French Revolution?

• Farming

• Beheading people

• Building structures

• Transportation

What was the effect of the guillotine being put on wheels?

• It became less effective

• It increased the number of deaths

• It was used for transportation

• It was banned

What was the main goal of the Napoleonic Code?

• To promote democracy

• To preserve inalienable rights

• To increase taxes

• To abolish the military

What year did the Battle of Trafalgar take place?

• 1805

• 1812

• 1798

• 1820

What was the purpose of the Continental System?

• To wage economic warfare against England

• To promote trade with Britain

• To establish peace treaties

• To expand French territory