The king could not impose taxes according to his will he had to callthe Estates General; a political body to which the three estates sent their representatives.
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What were the 'natural and inalienable' rights declared by the constitution of france?
Right to life, freedom of speech, freedom of opinion and equality before law.
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On __ ___ ____, Louis XVI called together an assembly of the Estates Generals to pass proposals for new taxes.
5 May, 1789
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When was the draft of the constitution completed?
in 1791
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Who were the Passive citizens?
Women, children and youth below 25 that did not have the voting rights
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National Assembly swore not to disperse till they had drafted a constitution for France that would limit ______________________ .
the powers of the monarch.
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What is this called and what does it mean?
Snake biting its tail to form a ring. It is a symbol of eternity. A ring has neither beginning nor end.
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Where did the third estate assemble in the Versailles and when?
Indoor tennis court - On 20 June
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Whom did Louis XVI get into secret negotiations with?
King of Prussia
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What did a severe winter mean in France at that time?
A bad harvest - Price of bread rose - bakers exploited the situation and hoarded supplies - crowds of angry women stormed into shops
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After Louis XVI accepted that his powers would be checked by a constitution, it made France a _______ ______ .
