Government

Government

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What type of government was France in 1789? 

In 1789, France was ruled by an absolute monarchy under King Louis XVI.

200

What was the government called after the French Revolution?

The First Republic.

300

Why did the constitutional monarchy fail in France?

Louis XVI refused to rescind his veto of the National Assembly's constitution.

400

What are the 4 governments of the French Revolution? 

National Assembly, Legislative Assembly, National Convention, and the Directory.

500

Why was the French government poor?

In the late 18th century France was on the brink of bankruptcy due to its involvement in the American Revolution and King Louis XVI's extravagant spending.