The French Revolution to the Reign of Terror

Flashcards covering key events and figures from the French Revolution to the Reign of Terror.

What event marked the beginning of the French Revolution?

The Storming of the Bastille.

What oath did the Third Estate take that emphasized their commitment?

The Tennis Court Oath.

What was created by the National Assembly after the Tennis Court Oath?

The National Assembly.

What significant event involved women marching to Versailles?

They marched to force Louis XVI to return to Paris.

What was the outcome of the Flight to Varennes?

It raised suspicions about Louis XVI and led to increased revolutionary fervor.

What was the Civil Constitution of the Clergy?

It made the clergy subordinate to the government.

What government body was established by the Constitution of 1791?

The Legislative Assembly.

What happened at the Champ de Mars Massacre?

The National Guard fired on a crowd and killed several people.

What coalition was formed against revolutionary France?

The First Coalition.

Who led the Committee for Public Safety during the Reign of Terror?

Maximilien Robespierre.

What was the September Massacre?

The killing of prisoners in September 1792.

What marked the official creation of a republic in France?

The establishment of the National Convention.

Which significant figure was executed during the Reign of Terror?

Marie Antoinette.