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The French Revolution Begins

Question 13 • SS221 World History/Geography A

Why was Louis XVI considered ineffectual?

Answer
A
He decreased the taxes on the aristocracy.
B
He failed to respond to the needs of the people.
C
He supported the US in the American Revolution.
D
He was advised only by the clergy.

Explanation

Louis XVI was considered ineffectual because he did not effectively address France’s worsening financial and social problems or the demands of ordinary people. His failure to respond to these needs contributed to growing unrest before the French Revolution. Supporting the American Revolution also strained France’s finances, but that is not the main reason he was viewed as an ineffective ruler.

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