French Revolution vocabulary crossword
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- 1. Régime: Social and political system in France before the revolution, characterized by a rigid social hierarchy and significant inequalities.
- 4. XVI: Last king of France before the French Revolution, overthrown and executed during the revolution.
- 5. Common people, mainly workers and artisans, who played a significant role in the French Revolution.
- 8. Assembly: Revolutionary assembly formed by the Third Estate (commoners) during the early stages of the revolution.
- 10. Middle class, played a role in advocating for change during the revolution.
- 12. Social class of individuals with hereditary titles and privileges, held significant power before the French Revolution.
- 14. A radical political group that emerged during the French Revolution, advocating for a republic and social equality.
- 15. A prominent figure in the French Revolution, known for his role in the Reign of Terror and his strong advocacy for revolutionary ideals.
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- 2. of Public Safety: A governing body during the French Revolution responsible for maintaining order and suppressing counter-revolutionary activities.
- 3. A device used for execution during the French Revolution.
- 6. reaction: The period of political change and moderation that followed the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution.
- 7. A person who fled France during the Revolution, often due to political or social reasons.
- 9. Fear: Period of panic and unrest in rural France during the early stages of the revolution.
- 11. of Terror: A period of extreme violence and mass executions during the French Revolution, led by the Committee of Public Safety.
- 13. Lists of grievances and reform suggestions compiled before the French Revolution.