Famous French People
Who was the finance minister that Marie Antoinette fired
Calonne
What was the meeting that led to the infamous Tennis Court Oath
Estates General
What were Philosophes connected to
The Enlightenment
Rule by a sovereign with unlimited power
Absolute Monarchy
Which estate does the Clergy belong to
First Estate
Who was the King of France During the Revolution
Louis XVI
When was Louis the XVI executed
January 21, 1793
What was happening to the streets of Paris prior to the revolution?
Filthy Cities
Middle class business people living in urban cities
Bourgeoisie
Which estate does the bourgeoisie belong to
Third Estate
Who was the Finance Minister that the Third Estate loved
Jacques Necker
What government established a Republic in France
National Convention
What Revolutions inspired the French people
The English and American
A power privilege that someone is entitled to
Right
Which estate does the peasants belong to
Third Estate
Who was the leader of the Reign of Terror
Robespierre
What was the Fundamental Document that enshrined rights for active citizens
Declaration of Rights of Man and Citizen
What is the key resource that sparked the revolution
Bread
What concept is associated with dissident elites
Mass Frustration, Shared Motivation, State Crisis
Revolution
Which estate do Nobles of the robe belong to
Second Estate
Who is known for saying "Let them eat Cake"
Marie Antoinette
What was the famous escape for safety that the King and Queen of France attempted in 1791
Flight to Varennes
What war was associated with economic crisis
7 Years War
Something that cannot be taken away or transferred
Inalienable
What Estate do the Monarchs belong to
None