Napoleon's Return and the Fall of the Directory

Napoleon returns to France after campaigns in Egypt and Syria, greeted as a hero despite the country's crisis. The French government, led by the corrupt Directory, faces internal and external threats. Napoleon, disillusioned with the government, becomes involved in a conspiracy to overthrow it, led by political figures like Sayes and Talleyrand. Amidst personal and political turmoil, Napoleon's ambition and popularity position him as a key player in the planned coup.

What challenges did France face upon Napoleon's return from Egypt and Syria?

• Economic prosperity and peace

• Banditry, high prices, and external threats

• Political stability and growth

• Increased trade and lower taxes

Why was there hesitation in the French government about taking action against Napoleon?

• He was extremely popular

• He had a small army

• He had no political allies

• He was not well-known

Who were the members of the Directory in 1799?

• General Messena and General Tebow

• Paul Barras, Emmanuel Joseph Seus, and others

• Napoleon, Lucian, and Josephine

• Maurice de Talehran and Joseph Fouchier

What was the role of the Council of Elders in the French government?

• To manage foreign affairs

• To lead the military

• To approve laws

• To draft laws

What role did Lucian Bonaparte play in Napoleon's political maneuvers?

• He was the President of the Council of 500

• He was a military leader

• He was a member of the Directory

• He was a foreign diplomat

Who approached Napoleon with a plan to replace the French government?

• Paul Barras

• Joseph Fouchier

• Maurice de Talehran

• General Messena

What was the political climate in Paris upon Napoleon's return?

• Full of plots and conspiracies

• Focused on economic growth

• Calm and stable

• Supportive of the Directory

What was Sayes' plan for the French government?

• To create a new constitution and government

• To maintain the current constitution

• To expand the Council of Elders

• To strengthen the Directory

Who was initially considered as the military leader for the coup before Napoleon?

• General Joubert

• General Fouchier

• General Messena

• General Tebow

What was the main reason Sayes was hesitant about choosing Napoleon for the coup?

• Napoleon's loyalty to the Directory

• Napoleon's poor public image

• Napoleon's obvious ambition

• Napoleon's lack of military experience