Marie Antoinette's Children part 1: The Forgotten Children of the French Queen

Marie Antoinette, known for her execution during the French Revolution, was also a mother to eight children, four biological and four adopted. Her marriage to Louis XVI was initially unconsummated, leading to reputational damage. In 1776, she adopted Francois Michel, a young boy she encountered during a carriage ride. Despite initial joy, her interest waned after having her own child. Francois Michel, unhappy at court, later joined the revolutionaries and died in battle.

What was one of the main reasons behind Marie Antoinette's marriage to Louis August?

• To strengthen ties between Austria and France

• To gain wealth and power

• To end the French Revolution

• To escape from Austria

What was a significant challenge in Marie Antoinette and Louis August's early marriage?

• Cultural differences

• Financial difficulties

• Inability to consummate the marriage

• Political disagreements

How did Marie Antoinette come to adopt Francois Michel Gagnier?

• She found him abandoned in the streets

• He was a gift from a noble family

• He was recommended by a close friend

• She encountered him during a carriage ride

What new name was given to Francois Michel Gagnier after his adoption?

• Pierre

• Charles

• Armand

• Louis

What was Francois Michel's reaction to being adopted by the royal family?

• He was unhappy and resisted

• He was indifferent

• He was thrilled and grateful

• He immediately adapted to palace life

What happened to Francois Michel during the French Revolution?

• He was imprisoned by the revolutionaries

• He fled to Austria

• He joined the revolutionaries

• He became a royal advisor

What was the ultimate fate of Francois Michel?

• He lived a long life in exile

• He died in battle

• He became a famous musician

• He was executed by the revolutionaries