Question

Describe the condition of women during the period of french revolution

Answer 1

Condition of Women before the French Revolution: a. Women were considered to be socially inferior to men, Most women had no access to education. Only the women belonging to the first and second estate, daughters of the nobles and other wealthier class had access to education.

Answer 2

1. The creation of States schools, schooling was not compulsory for all girls.

2. Their father could force them to marriage against their will.

3. Marriage was not made into a contract entered into freely and not registered under civil law.

4. Divorce was not be legal.

5. Women could not train for jobs