Bonus
What was Napoleon's final battle?
The Battle of Waterloo
What was Marie’s famous quote? Answer in French
Qu'ils mangent de la brioche
What is Napoleon remembered as?
The Emperor of France
How was Robespierre able to exercise massive amounts of control over France?
The Committee of Public Safety
When did the French Revolution revolution start and end? Answer in French
1789-1799
Who were Marie Antoinette's parents?
Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor and Maria Theresa
Why did Marie have to marry Louis?
Where was Napoleon Exiled after his final defeat?
Saint Helena
What was Robespierre chosen to give the King and Queen in 1775?
He was chosen to give them compliments in Latin
What was one of the main consequences of the French Revolution? (Hint: there are 3).
the fall of the monarchy, changes in society with the rise of the middle class, and the growth of nationalism
What is the divine right of kings?
The divine right was an ancient idea that began with Europe's medieval kings. They claimed that they had been chosen by God and were his representatives on Earth. These kings had absolute power and could do as they liked.
What was a scandal that tarnished Marie’s name?
The Affair of the Diamond Necklace
What was Napoleon’s first rank in the military?
Second lieutenant in an artillery regiment
Who was Robespierre greatly influenced by?
Jean Jacques Rousseau
The American revolution and the Seven Years War
What was Marie Antoinette's nickname?
Madame Déficit
Where was Marie’s coronation?
Reims
What position did Napoleon rise to in 1802?
First Consul, Consul of Life
What law caused Robespierre's downfall?
The Edict of 22 Prairial
What was the objective of the French Revolution
To redefine the dynamic between the ruling class and the governed populace, as well as change the very definition of political authority.
What was the Reign of terror? (250p) And approximately how many people died during this period? (250p)
The Reign of Terror was a period of time where anyone who was determined to be an enemy of the people was put to death by firing squad or guillotine, which led to mass amounts of deaths. About 40,000 were executed and another 10,000 died in massacres across the nation.
What was Marie’s last words? Answer in French
"Pardonnez-moi, monsieur. Je ne l'ai pas fait exprès (Pardon me, sir, I did not do it on purpose)"
What was Napoleon promoted to in 1795?
Brigadier general
What was the exact date Robespierre joined the committee of public safety? Answer in French
27 julliet, 1793
What ideas fueled the revolution?
Liberty and equality