- Identify the three traditional classes in French society. How did this class structure benefit the elites in terms of the voting process of the Estates-General. What change in the voting process shifted the advantage to members of the Third Estate?
- What promise did members of the Third Estate make in the “Tennis Court Oath”? Did they keep their promise? Explain your answer.
- Which political party led the movement know as the “Reign of Terror”? How did the members of this party deal with those who they perceived as enemies?
- Examine the “Opposing Viewpoints” section on page 477. What “natural rights” does the Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen proclaim? Why did Olympe de Gouges compose the Declaration of the Woman and the Female Citizen”
- Read “Napoleon and Psychological Warfare” on page 480. What themes does Napoleon use to appeal to and inspire his soldiers? Do you believe Napoleon believes his words? Explain your answer.
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