Question 1

Louis XVI and France was unable to reform the tax system because

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E

Question 2

As a result of its alliance with the American colonies, France experienced

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France's involvement in the American Revolution significantly strained its finances, contributing to the financial crisis that led to the French Revolution. Additionally, the ideas of liberty and democracy that fueled the American Revolution inspired revolutionary ideas in France.

Question 3

Discuss and explain eighteenth-century European reform movements outside France.

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The discussion of revolutionary movements in Ireland, the Netherlands, and Poland should be as detailed as permitted by the textbook and lectures.This should give the students a good sense of the broad revolutionary phenomenon.The better essays may recognize the connections between the Enlightenment and the Revolutionary Era.R.R.Palmer's thesis, the "democratic revolution, " could be used to emphasize both elements of this topic.

Question 4

Which country had the first codified constitution in Europe?

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Poland had the first codified constitution in Europe, adopted on May 3, 1791.

Question 5

The storming of the Bastille was the result of

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The storming of the Bastille was a response to the king's use of troops, who were seen as a threat to the citizens of Paris. The Bastille was a symbol of royal power, and the people saw its fall as a victory against tyranny. The incident marked the beginning of the French Revolution.

Question 6

Analyze the stages of the French Revolution.What characterized each phase, and what were some of the factors that caused each of the first three stages to become more radical than the period preceding it?

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Question 7

Devise a balance sheet for the Age of Revolution.What appear to have been the lasting and the temporary consequences of the numerous revolutions?

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Question 8

What was the attitude of the French government to the American Revolution? What were some of the reasons France supported the Americans, and how important was that support? What were the results for France of involvement in the Revolution?

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Question 9

France became involved in the American Revolution because

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France hoped to recoup some of its colonial losses to the British. France saw an opportunity to weaken its rival, Britain, by supporting the American colonists in their fight for independence. The French were still bitter about losing their colonial possessions in North America during the Seven Years' War, and they saw this as a chance to get revenge on their old enemy.

Question 10

Discuss some effects of French revolutionary ideas and policies on the Americas.Give specific examples of the points you make.

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Question 11

The nascent Irish revolution led by the Volunteer Movement ended quickly because

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The British granted greater parliamentary autonomy, and the Irish elite feared the Catholic population, leading to the end of the Volunteer Movement's revolutionary efforts.

Question 12

The French Revolution is often considered the beginning of modern European history.It included which of the following?

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All of the given options are included in the French Revolution. It began with the overthrow and execution of King Louis XVI, spread revolutionary ideas like nationalism and democracy throughout Europe, led to the conquest of much of Europe by Napoleon, and established constitutional limits on traditional governments. Therefore, option E is the best choice.

Question 13

Personally, Louis XVI was

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Louis XVI was well-intentioned and wanted to create reforms to help his people but was indecisive and easily swayed by advisors. This weakness ultimately led to his downfall during the French Revolution.

Question 14

What was the Liberum Veto?

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The Liberum Veto was a political device that allowed every member of the Polish-Lithuanian nobility to veto any law or decision made by the Sejm (Polish parliament), thereby paralyzing the government and making it almost impossible to pass legislation. This contributed to the decline and eventual partitioning of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in the 18th century.

Question 15

Give a well-reasoned assessment of Napoleon.Be sure to include his career, his aims, his achievements and his failures.Give an assessment of his historical significance as well as a well-argued personal opinion as to his character.

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Question 16

When did France first intervene in the American Revolution?

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France first intervened in the American Revolution after the American victory at Saratoga in 1777. The French saw this as a turning point in the war and decided to provide military and financial support to the Americans, eventually leading to their formal alliance in 1778.

Question 17

The revolution in the Netherlands included all of the following except

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The revolution in the Netherlands did not include the public execution of the stadholder. The other options (B, C, D, E) reflect actual tensions, political movements, and demands that were part of the revolutionary period in the Netherlands.

Question 18

The crisis of the Old Regime was due in part to all of the following except

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The crisis of the Old Regime was not due to the king's refusal to consider reforms. In fact, Louis XVI did consider and even attempted various reforms to address financial issues and societal unrest, but these efforts were often met with resistance from other elements of the government and society, and were insufficient to prevent the crisis.

Question 19

Did Napoleon destroy the French Revolution, or did he continue and spread it? Give reasons for your opinion, citing examples from Napoleon's domestic policies and the effects of the Napoleonic conquests abroad.

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Question 20

Which American became accepted in the courts of Europe as a philosophe?

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Franklin traveled extensively in Europe and became known for his scientific discoveries and philosophical writings. He was widely accepted and respected as a leading figure in the Enlightenment movement, and was therefore considered a philosophe by many Europeans. Washington, Adams, and Jefferson also spent time in Europe, but their achievements and contributions were primarily in politics and diplomacy rather than philosophy.

Quiz 19: An Age of Revolution, 1789-1815