KS3 the french revolution - how radicals changed france

History Quiz - The French Revolution 03 (Questions)

What happened after the French Revolution? This quiz explores how radical change in France reshaped politics across Europe and opened the door for a new leader, Napoleon.

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Fascinating Fact:

The French Revolution weakened the power of kings and nobles, spread new political ideas across Europe, and paved the way for the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.

In KS3 History, you explore how the French Revolution did not just change France, but influenced many countries. New ideas about rights, citizenship, and government helped shape modern Europe.

Key Terms

Revolution: A major change in government or society, often caused by protests, conflict, or uprising.
Republic: A type of government where power rests with elected representatives rather than a king or queen.
Nationalism: A strong feeling of loyalty to your nation, often linked to the desire for self-rule.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What were the main results of the French Revolution?

The French Revolution ended many royal privileges, weakened the power of kings and nobles, and spread new ideas about equality, rights, and representative government across Europe.

How did the French Revolution change politics in Europe?

The Revolution inspired people in other countries to question absolute rulers, encouraged written constitutions, and helped popularise the belief that governments should answer to their citizens.

Why is Napoleon linked to the French Revolution?

Napoleon Bonaparte rose to power after the Revolution, using the chaos and new political situation to become a military leader, then ruler of France, and later Emperor.

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Which was not one of the colours of the Revolution?

[ ]	Blue
[ ]	Yellow
[ ]	Red
[ ]	White

Where did the National Assembly take an oath?

[ ]	In a stable
[ ]	In an archery field
[ ]	On a football field
[ ]	On a tennis court

Which radical nobleman became President of the National Assembly?

[ ]	Columbeau
[ ]	Flambeau
[ ]	Mirabeau
[ ]	Rambeau

In July 1789 the mob stormed which building in Paris?

[ ]	Notre Dame Cathedral
[ ]	The Bastille
[ ]	The Louvre
[ ]	The Palace of Versailles

Bastille Day is still celebrated - on which date?

[ ]	July 7th
[ ]	July 14th
[ ]	July 21st
[ ]	July 28th

The peasants burned many of which buildings?

[ ]	Chateaus
[ ]	Churches
[ ]	Schools
[ ]	Town Halls

The National Assembly issued 'The Declaration of .......'

[ ]	Independence
[ ]	The Edict of the People
[ ]	The Freedom from Servitude
[ ]	The Rights of Man

What were the unskilled workers called?

[ ]	Emigrés
[ ]	Eminences Grises
[ ]	Sans-Chapeaux
[ ]	Sans-Culottes

The Assembly abolished which tax?

[ ]	Income Tax
[ ]	Land Tax
[ ]	Poll Tax
[ ]	Tithe

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What did the King try to do in June 1791?

[ ]	Bribe the mob to stop rioting
[ ]	Get help from Britain
[ ]	Imprison all members of the National Assembly
[ ]	Leave France

History Quiz - The French Revolution 03 (Answers)

Which was not one of the colours of the Revolution?

[ ]	Blue
[x]	Yellow
[ ]	Red
[ ]	White

Camille Desmoulins asked his followers to wear green cockades. He was opposed to 'The Terror' and was eventually guillotined for his views

Where did the National Assembly take an oath?

[ ]	In a stable
[ ]	In an archery field
[ ]	On a football field
[x]	On a tennis court

The tennis court was in the Saint-Louis district of the city of Versailles

Which radical nobleman became President of the National Assembly?

[ ]	Columbeau
[ ]	Flambeau
[x]	Mirabeau
[ ]	Rambeau

Despite the fact that he was a noble, he was an important leader of the Revolution

In July 1789 the mob stormed which building in Paris?

[ ]	Notre Dame Cathedral
[x]	The Bastille
[ ]	The Louvre
[ ]	The Palace of Versailles

It was a prison - they released the seven prisoners and stole guns and gunpowder

Bastille Day is still celebrated - on which date?

[ ]	July 7th
[x]	July 14th
[ ]	July 21st
[ ]	July 28th

It is now a national holiday in France

The peasants burned many of which buildings?

[x]	Chateaus
[ ]	Churches
[ ]	Schools
[ ]	Town Halls

They were owned by the nobles

The National Assembly issued 'The Declaration of .......'

[ ]	Independence
[ ]	The Edict of the People
[ ]	The Freedom from Servitude
[x]	The Rights of Man

It demanded freedom and equal rights

What were the unskilled workers called?

[ ]	Emigrés
[ ]	Eminences Grises
[ ]	Sans-Chapeaux
[x]	Sans-Culottes

Meaning 'without breeches' - they wore long trousers; the rich wore culottes or knee breeches