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French Revolution

Vocabulary for French Revolution Unit.

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Estates Social classes found in France during the revolution
Bourgeoisie The middle class who were members of the 3rd estate in France
Deficit Spending The government spends more money than is taken in
Cahiers Notebooks that were the list of grievances created by members of all 3 estates in France to prepare for their meetings
Factions Dissenting groups of people who wanted control in France
Emigres Nobles, clergy, & others who left France out of fear of the revolution
Sans-Culottes Working class men & women who wore long trousers (pants) 
Republic Government ruled by elected representatives instead of a King/Queen
Nationalism Strong sense of pride and devotion to a country
Annex Incorporating new lands into an existing empire
Scorched-Earth Policy Military strategy of burning everything in your path
Abdicate To step down from power
Exile To be forced to leave
Legitimacy Restoring power to french Kings based on birthright (right to rule)
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