Napoleon and the French Revolution

The video explores the French Revolution, starting with the stark contrast between the opulence of Versailles and the poverty of the common people. It highlights the bread crisis as a catalyst for revolt, debunking myths like Marie Antoinette's infamous quote. The storming of the Bastille and the women's march on Versailles are depicted as pivotal events. The Reign of Terror, marked by the guillotine, is shown as a dark period, leading to the rise of Napoleon. The revolution's legacy is discussed, questioning whether viewers would have joined the fight.

What was the primary cause of the French Revolution as depicted in the video?

• The influence of neighboring countries

• The opulence of the nobility

• The harsh winter of 1788

• The disparity between the rich and the poor

What was the myth about Marie Antoinette that fueled public anger?

• She increased taxes on bread

• She fled to Austria

• She said 'Let them eat cake'

• She ordered the execution of peasants

What significant event marked the beginning of the revolution?

• The execution of King Louis XVI

• The formation of the National Assembly

• The storming of the Bastille

• The march of women to Versailles

What was the reality of the Bastille prison at the time of its storming?

• It held thousands of political prisoners

• It housed only a few inmates

• It was a symbol of royal power

• It was a military fortress

Who was one of the leaders of the women's march to Versailles?

• A fishmonger

• A noblewoman

• A schoolteacher

• A seamstress

What was the guillotine known as during the Reign of Terror?

• The National Razor

• The Justice Cutter

• The National Blade

• The People's Sword

What was ironic about Robespierre's fate?

• He was executed by the guillotine he promoted

• He was spared by the revolutionaries

• He became a king

• He fled to another country

What was Napoleon Bonaparte's origin?

• He was born in Spain

• He was born in Corsica

• He was born in Italy

• He was born in France

How did Napoleon rise to power after the revolution?

• He was appointed by the king

• He crowned himself emperor

• He inherited the throne

• He was elected by the people

What lesson did the French Revolution teach the world?

• Even the mighty can fall

• The powerful are invincible

• Change is always peaceful

• Revolutions are unnecessary