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Lesson Topic
The French Revolution
Lesson Outline
The French Revolution: Causes and Effects. King Louis XVI and French nobles/clergy exploiting French middle class (bourgeoisie) citizens. Excessive taxes, suppression of citizens' rights, corruption/theft of money by Monarchy. French citizens formed a National Assembly (98% of the population) as the Monarchy and clergy/nobles had the majority of votes in the government. Nine year war 1790-1799 and inspired by the American Revolution.
Assignment
Google search on the French Revolution and Napoleon.
Session Minutes
45
Minutes Student Attended
45
Lesson Comments
David was very engaged in today's discussion of the French Revolution. The abuse of power by the French Kings/Monarchy and clergy was identified as a repeating cause of war through several previous centuries in Europe.
Session Hours
0.75
Hours Attended
0.75
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Review Status
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