Which statement correctly connects city and village events at the beginning of the Revolution?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: The Bastille fell in Paris and feudal records were attacked in villages
On 14 July 1789, the people of Paris stormed and captured the Bastille. At the same time, during the Great Fear in the countryside, peasants destroyed feudal documents because these recorded obligations such as dues and forced labour. Option D may seem close, but the Estates General met at Versailles, not in Paris. Exam tip: associate the Bastille with the urban uprising and the destruction of feudal records with the rural peasant uprising.
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The Bastille fell in Paris and feudal records were attacked in villages
Why is this the correct answer?
On 14 July 1789, the people of Paris stormed and captured the Bastille. At the same time, during the Great Fear in the countryside, peasants destroyed feudal documents because these recorded obligations such as dues and forced labour. Option D may seem close, but the Estates General met at Versailles, not in Paris. Exam tip: associate the Bastille with the urban uprising and the destruction of feudal records with the rural peasant uprising.
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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