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Question 2 • CMS 2026-2027 World History: Issues and Patterns CREDIT RECOVERY

What were the primary causes of the French Revolution? Choose four correct answers.

Answer
A
high rates of poverty
B
lack of representation for the lower classes
C
oppressive leadership
D
the establishment of a state religion
E
high taxes on the lower class

Explanation

The French Revolution grew out of severe social and economic inequality. The lower classes had little political representation, yet they carried a heavy tax burden, while poverty was widespread. Many people also resented the monarchy’s oppressive leadership. Establishing a state religion was not one of the primary causes listed here.

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