Question

chapter 1 the French Revolution summary in easy way
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Answer 1

The revolution that took place in France in 1789 where people came other to overthrow the oppressing monarchy and to form a democratic government is known as the French Revolution.

Explanation:

• The official revolution started on July 14, 1789 when a large number of protesters break into the Bastille Prison, the prison stood as the symbol of monarchy in the France and that's why people destroyed it to send a message to the oppressing monarchs that their reign will be over.
• The main cause of the revolution was the heavy taxation on the people.
• Before the start of the revolution the French society was divided into three estates, the upper class or the aristocracy consisting of king, clergy, etc. They did not pay any tax at all.
• The second class consisted of people having good fortunes like doctors, and nobles, etc. They paid some taxes.
• And the third class consisted of the common people, small traders, artisans, etc. These class has to pay heavy taxes with their limited incomes while the aristocracy and the nobles live their life in luxury.
• When the people started to voice against this heavy taxation they were suppressed by the monarchy, and this angered the people to overthrow the monarchy altogether.
• The impact of French Revolution is far and wide, the ideas of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity, came from the revolution.
• For the first time a democratic government was set up in France, and this revolution led to the overthrowing of oppressive monarchies throughout the Europe.