The Third Estate and National Assembly

The Third Estate and National Assembly

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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In the 18th century, King Louis XVI faces a financial crisis and consults his advisors, who suggest more parties. Meanwhile, peasants struggle with heavy taxation and lack of power. They decide to form the National Assembly, taking the Tennis Court Oath to establish a new constitution. Eventually, King Louis XVI orders the clergy and nobility to join the Assembly, marking a significant step towards reform.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the state of the Treasury during King Louis XVI's reign?

It was overflowing with wealth.

It was moderately stable.

It was depleted.

It was unknown.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the King's advisors suggest as a solution to the financial crisis?

Increasing taxes.

Seeking foreign aid.

Cutting down on expenses.

Organizing more parties.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern of the peasants in the city?

Poor education.

Inadequate housing.

High taxation and starvation.

Lack of political power.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the Third Estate decide to meet to discuss their demands?

The King's palace.

The city square.

A local tavern.

The tennis court.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Third Estate aim to establish by forming the National Assembly?

A new army.

A new tax system.

A new constitution.

A new monarchy.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was King Louis XVI's response to the formation of the National Assembly?

He ordered the clergy and nobility to join.

He supported it immediately.

He declared war on the Third Estate.

He ignored it.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Third Estate's main goal in forming their own government?

To create a fair voting system.

To expand the French territory.

To increase taxes on the nobility.

To establish a new monarchy.

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