The Significance and Factors Behind the Execution of Louis XVI

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~16 mins
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The Significance and Factors Behind the Execution of Louis XVI

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to the Execution of Louis XVI

The execution of Louis XVI in 1793 marked a turning point in the French Revolution. It was the result of a complex mix of political, social, economic, and religious factors that had built up over time. Understanding these factors helps us to analyze why the Revolution took such a radical turn and what role Louis XVI played in it.

1.
List the main types of factors that contributed to the execution of Louis XVI. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Explain why political factors were important in leading to Louis XVI’s execution.
[3 marks]
3.
Compare the significance of economic and social factors in the decision to execute Louis XVI.
[6 marks]
4.
Outline how religious factors influenced the decision to execute Louis XVI.
[3 marks]
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Which factor do you think was MORE significant in leading to Louis XVI’s execution? Justify your answer with evidence.
[8 marks]
6.
Analyse the role of economic hardship in the radicalization of the French Revolution and the execution of Louis XVI.
[8 marks]
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Compare the influence of religious and political factors on the decision to execute Louis XVI.
[6 marks]
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Explain how the various factors worked together to lead to the execution of Louis XVI.
[8 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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