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Cha. 16-Revolutions
Political Revolutions in Europe and the Americas
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The Declaration of the Rights of Man was influenced by this enlightened group of writers and philosphers. (Hint: Voltaire was one of these) | The philosophes |
| Name three major causes for the downfall of Napolean. | European nationalism and resentment over French rule, the unsuccessful invasion of Russia, and naval power of Great Britain |
| What group led the National Convention that decided to execute the king? | The Jacobins |
| What accomplishment did Robbespierre reach in the National Assembly in 1704 concerning the slave revolt in Saint-Domingue? | Slavery was abolished in all French colonies |
| Name 3 Rights included in the Declaration of the Rights of Man. | All men are born equal, everyone has a right to liberty, property, and security, and taxation should be fair and equal |
| She became the scapegoat for her country's financial problems. | Marie Antionette |
| What is the name of a tax levied on everyone, except the nobles and clergy? | a taille |
| What are 3 financial causes of the French Revolution? | a large national debt, unfair taxes, and food shortages & inflation |
| Clergy made up only 1% of the population, yet they owned ___ to ___ percent of the land. | 5-10% |
| What is the name for the middle class in France and what is an example profession of someone in this social group? | The Bourgeoisie. Ex: doctors, lawyers, teachers, merchants, and farmers |
| What was a main belief of Montesquieu that greatly influenced the U.S. constitution and government? | Separation of powers |
| Where in France was the center of Enlightenment? | Paris |
| What enlightened thinker was responsible for inspiring the passion and motivation for the French Revolution? | Rousseau |
| Who wanted the Declaration of the Rights of Man to include women? | Olympia de Gouges |
| What event was the first use of violence by peasants to achieve revolutionary goals? | The fall of Bastille |