The Events of 1789: The Tennis Court Oath
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This worksheet focuses on the Tennis Court Oath as a key event of 1789, helping students develop understanding of its timeline and significance within the French Revolution.
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The Events of 1789: The Tennis Court Oath
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Introduction to the Tennis Court Oath
Source A: Excerpt from a French revolutionary pamphlet
'On June 20, 1789, members of the Third Estate gathered on a tennis court after being locked out of the Estates-General. They vowed not to disband until they had written a new constitution.' Provenance: French revolutionary pamphlet, 1789.
Timeline of Key Events in 1789
Below is a chronological list of significant events leading up to and following the Tennis Court Oath:
June 17, 1789: The Third Estate declares itself the National Assembly.
June 20, 1789: The Tennis Court Oath takes place.
July 14, 1789: The Storming of the Bastille.
August 4, 1789: The abolition of feudal privileges.
August 26, 1789: The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.
October 5, 1789: The Women's March on Versailles.
October 6, 1789: The royal family is brought to Paris.
November 1789: The National Constituent Assembly begins drafting the new constitution.
Historical Perspectives
Historian View:
'The Tennis Court Oath was a pivotal moment that transformed the revolution from a political protest into a popular movement demanding constitutional change.' Provenance: Historian analysis, 20th century.
Summary & Reflection
Review the key points about the Tennis Court Oath and its place in the events of 1789. Consider how this event contributed to the wider French Revolution and its significance in history.
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