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The Roots of Revolution

The Roots of Revolution. Ch 12 Sec 1. The Old Regime. Under the Old Regime, society was divided into three Estates or Classes. First Estate -- Made up of the clergy. Comprised 1% of the population A lot of power and Money. Did not have to pay taxes.

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The Roots of Revolution

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  1. The Roots of Revolution Ch 12 Sec 1

  2. The Old Regime • Under the Old Regime, society was divided into three Estates or Classes. • First Estate -- Made up of the clergy. • Comprised 1% of the population • A lot of power and Money. • Did not have to pay taxes. • Higher church officials neglected the spiritual duties.

  3. Old Regime • Second Estate. • The Nobility • 2% of the population • Few paid taxes. • Held highest positions in army and government. • Inherited title and land. • Many nobles were poor…… • As a group they were irresponsible.

  4. Old Regime • Third Estate • 97% of the population. • Most important members were the Bourgeoisie (Middle Class). • They were educated and wealthy • The rest were peasants • Paid taxes • Were forced to pay Tithe (10% of income) to church. • Have no voice and were under control of King and nobles.

  5. Estates General • King Louis XVI was faced with increasing financial difficulties. • Tried to tax first two estates but they resisted. • King was forced to call for the meeting of the Estates General. • Each Estate had a single vote. • Third Estate wanted each individual to vote. • King ignored them, Third estate was locked out. • They took the Tennis Court Oath. • Declared themselves the National Assembly. • French Revolution began.

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