French Revolution
Aim: 1)What was the French Revolution? 2)When did it take place? Political revolutions—change in government Non-political revolutions—change in technology or ideas
French Revolution A political revolution during which the lower and middle class in France, frustrated over social, economic, and political problems in the country and inspired by Enlightenment ideas overthrew King Louis XVI and tried to institute a more democratic government.
Enlightenment Ideas Popular sovereignty Individual freedom Consent of the governed Individual freedom Religion, press, speech Political and legal equality Participatory government Who were left out?
The General Estates: 三级会议 The National Assembly: 国民会议 The Declaration of Rights of Man and the Citizen 人权和公民权宣言 The Convention: 国民公会 The Directory: 督政府