Causes and Consequences of the Tennis Court Oath (1789)

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring the causes leading to the Tennis Court Oath and its consequences during the French Revolution, designed to develop understanding of cause and effect.

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Causes and Consequences of the Tennis Court Oath (1789)

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to the Tennis Court Oath

Source A: Excerpt from a French historian

'In 1789, discontent among the Third Estate grew as economic hardship and political inequality persisted. The Third Estate, feeling ignored by the King and nobles, took a bold step by swearing an oath not to disband until they had created a new constitution.' Provenance: Modern historian's summary, published in 2000.

1.
Explain why the Third Estate decided to take the Tennis Court Oath. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the roles of the Third Estate and the Nobles in the events leading up to the Oath.
[3 marks]
B

Causes of the Tennis Court Oath

Source B: Economic crisis and political unrest

'In 1789, France faced severe economic problems, including poor harvests, rising bread prices, and widespread hunger. These issues intensified dissatisfaction with the monarchy and the privileged classes.' Provenance: Historical analysis, published in 2010.

1.
Outline the main causes that contributed to the formation of the Tennis Court Oath. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how economic hardship contributed to the outbreak of the Tennis Court Oath.
[6 marks]
C

Immediate Consequences of the Tennis Court Oath

Source C: Historical analysis

'The Tennis Court Oath marked a turning point, as it signaled the start of active opposition to the monarchy. It led to the formation of the National Assembly and increased tensions in France.' Provenance: Academic book, published in 2015.

1.
Explain the immediate consequences of the Tennis Court Oath. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the effects of the Tennis Court Oath on the French monarchy and the common people.
[3 marks]
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Long-term Impact of the Tennis Court Oath

Source D: Modern historian's perspective

'The Tennis Court Oath was a catalyst for the French Revolution, inspiring further revolutionary actions and the eventual fall of the monarchy.' Provenance: Scholarly article, published in 2018.

1.
Analyse the long-term impact of the Tennis Court Oath on the French Revolution. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the significance of the Tennis Court Oath with other events during 1789.
[3 marks]

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