In the Estates General, the First and Second Estates generally sided with whom?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: The king and the privileged order
The First Estate (clergy) and the Second Estate (nobility) enjoyed important social and tax privileges. Therefore, in the Estates General, they generally supported the king and the old privileged order rather than the Third Estate’s demands for equal representation and reform. The Third Estate represented the common people. Exam tip: Remember that the First and Second Estates were the privileged estates.
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The king and the privileged order
Why is this the correct answer?
The First Estate (clergy) and the Second Estate (nobility) enjoyed important social and tax privileges. Therefore, in the Estates General, they generally supported the king and the old privileged order rather than the Third Estate’s demands for equal representation and reform. The Third Estate represented the common people. Exam tip: Remember that the First and Second Estates were the privileged estates.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: The French Revolution. Topic: The Outbreak of the Revolution.
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