Causes of the French Revolution (Grade 10 NSC Matric History): Quizzes
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In which year did the French Revolution begin?
In which year did the French Revolution begin?
1789
What percentage of France's population made up the Third Estate?
What percentage of France's population made up the Third Estate?
90%
What portion of income could the Third Estate pay in taxes?
What portion of income could the Third Estate pay in taxes?
Up to 80%
Which estates were exempt from paying taxes despite having wealth?
Which estates were exempt from paying taxes despite having wealth?
First & Second Estates
Who were the bourgeoisie within the Third Estate?
Who were the bourgeoisie within the Third Estate?
Middle class professionals
When had the Estates-General last been called to meet before 1789?
When had the Estates-General last been called to meet before 1789?
1614
Which characteristic best describes King Louis XVI?
Which characteristic best describes King Louis XVI?
Weak personality, easily dominated
Which factor contributed to France's near bankruptcy by 1789?
Which factor contributed to France's near bankruptcy by 1789?
American War of Independence
Which philosopher introduced the concept of separation of powers?
Which philosopher introduced the concept of separation of powers?
Montesquieu
What was the revolutionary motto that summarised what the French fought for?
What was the revolutionary motto that summarised what the French fought for?
Liberty, Equality & Fraternity