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French revolution
Causes of the French revolution
The peasants who were poor paid most of the taxes.
The king had absolute power. He could send you to prison just by writing your name on a piece of paper.
The rich people (nobles and priests) did not pay much tax.
Bread became really expensive. Poor people could not afford to eat.
The king spent money on wars and wanted to raise taxes further.
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Causes of the French revolution
The peasants who were poor paid most of the taxes.
The king had absolute power. He could send you to prison just by writing your name on a piece of paper.
The rich people (nobles and priests) did not pay much tax.
Bread became really expensive. Poor people could not afford to eat.
The king spent money on wars and wanted to raise taxes further.
Slide 1 - Slide
What had happened to bread? Had it become?
A
cheaper
B
tastier
C
more expensive
D
fresher
Slide 2 - Quiz
Who paid most of the taxes in France at the time of Louis XVI
A
the nobles (lords and ladies)
B
the clergy (priests)
C
the king
D
the peasants
Slide 3 - Quiz
Who had the power in France at the time of Louis XVI? Was it
A
the ordinary people
B
the nobles
C
the king
D
the clergy (priests)
Slide 4 - Quiz
Who has the power in our country?
A
King Charles III
B
All adults over 18 who have a vote
C
The Prime Minister
D
You
Slide 5 - Quiz
Do you think the French were right to rebel against their king?
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