""OUI"" FOR DE GAULLE

De Gaulle secured a comfortable victory in a referendum on constitutional revision, with 62% of the votes. His warning of resignation if the result was unclear led to careful consideration by voters. The main issue was the method of electing future presidents, which De Gaulle proposed to be by popular vote. Over twelve million supported his proposal, while nearly eight million opposed, and over six million abstained. Although the response was less enthusiastic than the Algerian referendum, it was sufficient for De Gaulle to continue his leadership.

What was notable about the voter response in de Gaulle's constitutional revision referendum?

• The referendum was canceled due to low turnout.

• The 'yes' votes were less than 50%.

• There were fewer abstentions than before.

• The 'no' votes and abstentions were more numerous.

What was the main issue addressed in de Gaulle's proposed constitutional revision?

• The relationship with neighboring countries.

• The method of electing future presidents.

• The economic policy of France.

• The role of the military in government.

What consequence did de Gaulle warn of if the referendum result was unclear?

• He would call for another referendum.

• He would dissolve the parliament.

• He would change the voting system.

• He would resign from his position.

How many people abstained from voting in the referendum?

• Over ten million

• Over eight million

• Over twelve million

• Over six million

How did the response to this referendum compare to the Algerian referendum?

• It was more enthusiastic.

• It was not compared.

• It was less enthusiastic.

• It was exactly the same.