French Revolution Key Events and Figures

The video discusses the events leading to the French Revolution, focusing on Louis XVI's attempt to increase taxes, the assembly of the Estates-General, and the formation of the National Assembly by the Third Estate. It highlights the social unrest, the storming of the Bastille, and the eventual recognition of the National Assembly by Louis XVI, leading to the abolition of feudal privileges.

What was required for the monarch to impose new taxes in France during the old regime?

• A decision by the clergy

• A vote by the citizens

• A decree from the king

• Approval from the Estates General

How many representatives did the Third Estate have in the Estates General assembly of 1789?

• 150

• 450

• 600

• 300

What was the Third Estate's demand regarding the voting system in the Estates General?

• Each estate should have one vote

• Each member should have one vote

• Only the king should vote

• Votes should be cast by the clergy

Where did the Third Estate declare themselves as the National Assembly?

• In a public square

• In an indoor tennis court

• In a church

• In the king's palace

Who were the leaders of the National Assembly?

• Robespierre and Danton

• Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette

• Mirabeau and Abbé Sieyès

• Napoleon and Lafayette

What event marked the beginning of the French Revolution?

• The execution of Louis XVI

• The coronation of Napoleon

• The signing of the constitution

• The storming of the Bastille

What was the reaction of the peasants in the countryside during the unrest?

• They attacked the nobles' estates

• They joined the clergy

• They supported the king

• They fled to neighboring countries

What did the Assembly decree on the night of 4th August 1789?

• Abolition of the monarchy

• Abolition of the feudal system

• Establishment of a new tax

• Declaration of war

What was the economic condition in France that contributed to the unrest?

• A prosperous economy

• A severe winter and bad harvest

• A surplus of bread

• A decrease in taxes

What was the outcome of the National Assembly's efforts?

• The king's powers were limited by a constitution

• The Estates General was abolished

• The king retained absolute power

• The National Assembly was dissolved