1. What was it? Why do we need to study it?

2. What is a Revolution? Revolution has two definitions: Drastic change
Things coming full circle

3. What was the French Revolution?
It started in 1789 when French peasants overran the Bastille prison in Paris.

4. Revolution = drastic change
The King and Queen were publicly executed by the guillotine.
The new rulers then executed hundreds of the Kings’ supporters and then each other.

5. Revolution = comes full circle
Control of the country was then seized by Napoleon Bonaparte.

6. Why should we study it?
Because it shows how ordinary people can make a difference
Ancient dictatorship overthrown & democracy introduced
Because it fought for values we still hold dear today
“Liberty, Equality, Fraternity”
Because we need to keep their revolutionary spirit alive!
The fight for liberty & equality still hasn’t been won by all people
Arab spring: an interactive timeline of Middle East protests
Because some of the complaints people made during the French Revolution are the same Americans have now
Check out the distribution of wealth in OUR nation 

7. Weath Inequality in America - YouTube

8. Music Video!
While you watch the music video, write down what you learn about the French Revolution
The French Revolution ("Bad Romance" by Lady Gaga)