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Western Civilization: Ideas, Politics, and Society, Seventh Edition
Marvin Perry, Baruch College, City University of New York, Emeritus
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Chapter 19: The French Revolution
Rights, Privileges, and Reform- The French Revolution began as a call for reform. When the Estates General convened in 1789, the representatives of the Third Estate did not call for the overthrow of the monarchy. Rather, they argued for the development of a constitution that provided a rational framework for French law and government. Reexamine the passage from the writings of Abbé Sieyès on page 471 and the painting depicting the formation of the National Assembly on page 472. When you're done, write a short pamphlet for or against the creation of a constitution, written from the point of view of a delegate to the Estates General. Be sure to include biographical details in your pamphlet that make it clear which Estate you represent.
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