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What was the Old Regime?
The term Old Regime is usually used to describe the society and institutions of France before 1789
What was the Estates General?
The Estates General was a political body to which the three estates sent their representatives.
Which document was in the beginning of the French constitution?
The Declaration of the Rights of Man
What was the most important privilege enjoyed by the first two estates?
The most important privilege enjoyed by the first two estates was the exemption from payment of taxes to the states.
Which period in France was known as Reign of Terror? Why?
The period of 1793 to 1794 was known as the Reign of Terror because Robespierre followed the policy of severe control and punishment.
How did the king plan to repay the debt?
He was going to collect more taxes
How many times was Napoleon exiled to a deserted island?
2
An instrument used for cutting a person’s head off
Guillotine
Who declared themselves the emperor once there was no one running France?
Napoleon
How many votes did each of the estates have?
1
What happened to King Louis and Marie Antoinette?
Their heads were chopped off
What did King Louis decide to call?
The estates general
Who made up the 2nd estate?
The nobility
Who made up the 1st estate?
The Clergy
What did the 3rd estate want?
rights - participation in the government
Which was the form of government in France in the 18th century?
Monarchy - Absolutism
