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The Significance and Factors of the Storming of the Bastille in 1789

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes and significance of the Storming of the Bastille, encouraging students to analyze different factors and their importance in the context of the French Revolution.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Events of 1789
#Standard
#Significance & Factors
#Storming of the Bastille
#Identify and categorize the main factors leading to the Storming of the Bastille
#Compare the significance of political, social, economic, and religious factors
#Explain and justify the relative importance of these factors in causing the event

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The Significance and Factors of the Storming of the Bastille in 1789

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to the Storming of the Bastille

Source A: Excerpt from a contemporary account

'The storming of the Bastille was a turning point that symbolized the uprising of the common people against tyranny...' Provenance: Witness account published in 1789, shortly after the event.

1.
Explain why the Storming of the Bastille is considered a significant event in the French Revolution. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of Source A with another account that describes the event as merely a violent riot. What does this tell us about how history views the event? (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Factors Leading to the Storming of the Bastille

Source B: Political unrest

'The monarchy's failure to address the people's demands and the rise of revolutionary ideas created a climate ripe for rebellion.' Provenance: Political pamphlet published in 1789.

1.
Categorize the factor described in Source B. Is it Political, Social, Economic, or Religious? Explain your choice. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the economic factors that contributed to the storming of the Bastille. Why were these important? (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Compare the influence of social and religious factors in causing the storming. Which was more significant? Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Ranking the Factors

Question: Which factor do you think was the most significant in causing the Storming of the Bastille? Political, Social, Economic, or Religious?

Instructions: Rank these factors in order of importance and justify your ranking with evidence from the sources and your own knowledge. (6 marks)

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Provide your ranking of the four main factors and explain why you believe the top factor was the most important in causing the event.
[6 marks]
D

Overall Significance

Reflect on how the Storming of the Bastille contributed to the wider French Revolution. Use examples and evidence to support your answer.

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Analyse the significance of the Storming of the Bastille in shaping the course of the French Revolution. (5 marks)
[5 marks]

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