World History – 3/18/09
Bellwork: What is strange about the distribution of the information given on the pie chart on page 659?
Objectives: Summarize the political reforms in France and describe the Reign of Terror.
Classwork:
- 23-2 Reteaching Activity
- 23-2 Review Questions
1. What statement was adopted by the National Assembly stating “men are born and remain free and equal in rights.”?
2. What type of monarchy was created in the new constitution of September 1791?
3. What did the National Convention do with the monarchy on September 21, 1792?
4. (p. 659) Why did some witnesses believe death by the guillotine could not be enjoyed by an audience?
5. Whose period of rule was known as the Reign of Terror?
6. What was the Committee of Public Safety’s chief task?
7. How many people were believed to have been executed during the Reign of Terror?
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