What do you know about Napoleon? He was the leader of the French Revolution What do you know about the French Revolution? It was a struggle for representative government.

Discussion What was the French system of government in 1789? absolute monarchy

Discussion How might this create an atmosphere ripe for revolution? Social and political inequality, along with economic instability, can sometimes be the result of a government that is out of touch with the people.

Discussion How much time passed between the storming of the Bastille and Napoleon's overthrow of the French government? about 16 months) Tell students that this period was a tumultuous time not only in France, but around the world.

Discussion What events occurring around the world support this statement? Toussaint-Louverture's leadership leads to independence for Haiti; the Holy Roman Empire ends; Mexican independence movement