Question

Causes and effects

of 1848 revolt in France

Answer 1

Explanation:

Social and political discontent sparked revolutions in France in 1830 and 1848, which in turn inspired revolts in other parts of Europe. Workers lost their jobs, bread prices rose, and people accused the government of corruption. The French revolted and set up a republic.

Answer 2

Answer:

Causes:

• The year 1848 was the year of bad harvest. Food shortages and unemployment spread. There were a greater number of people than the employment itself.

Effects:

• Thousands of people came on to the streets.
• Barricades were erected.
• King Louis Philippe was forced to flee.
• National Assembly proclaimed France as a republic nation.
• All adult males were given suffrage.
• Right to employment was made imperative.
• National workshops were set up to provide employment.