French Revolution
What were the three main social classes in pre-revolutionary France called?
First Estate, Second Estate, Third Estate
Who held the most power in Saint-Domingue before the revolution?
White People
Who was Porfirio Díaz?
A long-time ruler of Mexico
What does “apartheid” mean?
Separation
What helped cause the Arab Spring?
High unemployment and corruption
What was the Reign of Terror?
A period of executions
Why was sugar important to Saint-Domingue?
It was used for trade and wealth
What was the Porfiriato?
Díaz’s period of rule
When did apartheid officially begin?
1948
Who was Mohamed Bouazizi?
A protester whose actions sparked protests
Who led the Reign of Terror?
Robespierre
Who was Toussaint Louverture?
A leader of the Haitian Revolution
Which group suffered most under Díaz?
Workers and peasants
Which party created apartheid?
National Party
Where did major uprisings occur?
Egypt and Tunisia
What happened to the monarchy early in the Revolution?
It was abolished
Why didn’t many nations recognize Haiti?
Fear of slave revolts spreading
Who was Francisco Madero?
A revolutionary who opposed Díaz
What happened at Sharpeville in 1960?
Police killed protesters
What role did social media play?
Spread information and organized protests
Who was Napoleon Bonaparte?
A general who became ruler of France
What was the Code Noir?
A set of laws controlling enslaved people
What caused Díaz to lose power in 1911?
Revolution and protests
Where was Mandela imprisoned?
Robben Island
Did the Arab Spring fully succeed?
No, results were mixed