Which combination best represents the economic burden of the Third Estate?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: State taxes, church tithes and feudal dues
The Third Estate included peasants, artisans and the bourgeoisie. They paid direct and indirect state taxes, tithes to the Church, and various feudal dues to nobles. Therefore, option A gives the complete combination of their economic burden. Option B omits feudal dues, while option D describes privileges largely enjoyed by the First and Second Estates. Exam tip: remember the Third Estate’s threefold burden—taxes, tithes and feudal dues.
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State taxes, church tithes and feudal dues
Why is this the correct answer?
The Third Estate included peasants, artisans and the bourgeoisie. They paid direct and indirect state taxes, tithes to the Church, and various feudal dues to nobles. Therefore, option A gives the complete combination of their economic burden. Option B omits feudal dues, while option D describes privileges largely enjoyed by the First and Second Estates. Exam tip: remember the Third Estate’s threefold burden—taxes, tithes and feudal dues.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: The French Revolution. Topic: French Society During the Late Eighteenth Century.
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