Cause and Consequence of the Huguenots in France

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GCSE Grade 8
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Cause and Consequence of the Huguenots in France

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A

Introduction to the Huguenots and their Persecution

Source A: A Protestant Huguenot's account

'We faced relentless persecution from the Catholic authorities, who saw our beliefs as a threat to the unity of France.' Provenance: Diary entry by a Huguenot refugee, 1598.

1.
Explain the main reasons why the Huguenots faced persecution in France. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the treatment of Huguenots before and after the St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Causes of Huguenot Persecution

Source B: Edict of Nantes (1598)

'We declare that Protestants shall have the freedom to worship, but shall not hold public office or military positions.' Provenance: Official royal decree issued by King Henry IV.

1.
Outline the political and religious causes that contributed to the persecution of the Huguenots. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how political motives influenced the treatment of the Huguenots in France. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Consequences of the Persecution of Huguenots

Source C: Exile of Huguenots

'Many Huguenots fled France to escape persecution, settling in countries like England, the Netherlands, and Prussia.' Provenance: Historical report, 1700.

1.
Explain the short-term consequences of Huguenot persecution for their community. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the long-term consequences for France and the Huguenots themselves. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
D

Analysis of Impact

Source D: A historian's view

'The persecution of the Huguenots reflected broader struggles over religious authority and royal power, shaping the future of France.' Provenance: Modern historian's analysis, 2005.

1.
Analyse the significance of Huguenot persecution in shaping French history. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
2.
Explain how the persecution of the Huguenots affected religious diversity in France. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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