What was the revolutionary effect of rural rumours?
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Correct answer: They encouraged peasants to revolt against feudal authority
In 1789, rumours that brigands would destroy crops or that nobles were plotting against peasants spread the ‘Great Fear’ in the countryside. Frightened peasants attacked feudal manors and destroyed records connected with feudal dues. Therefore, the correct effect was peasant revolt against feudal authority; the rumours neither dissolved the National Assembly nor reduced bread prices. Exam tip: link the Great Fear with rural panic and anti-feudal peasant action.
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They encouraged peasants to revolt against feudal authority
Why is this the correct answer?
In 1789, rumours that brigands would destroy crops or that nobles were plotting against peasants spread the ‘Great Fear’ in the countryside. Frightened peasants attacked feudal manors and destroyed records connected with feudal dues. Therefore, the correct effect was peasant revolt against feudal authority; the rumours neither dissolved the National Assembly nor reduced bread prices. Exam tip: link the Great Fear with rural panic and anti-feudal peasant action.
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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