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The Significance and Factors of Robespierre in the French Revolution

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring the factors that contributed to Robespierre's role in the French Revolution and assessing their significance.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#The Terror
#Standard
#Significance & Factors
#Robespierre
#Identify and categorize different factors influencing Robespierre's rise and role in the Terror
#Compare the importance of political, social, economic, and religious factors
#Explain how these factors contributed to the events of the Terror

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The Significance and Factors of Robespierre in the French Revolution

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Introduction to Robespierre and the Terror

Robespierre was a key figure during the French Revolution, especially during the period known as the Terror. His influence grew as he became a leading member of the Committee of Public Safety, advocating for the use of violence to defend the Revolution. The Terror involved mass executions of perceived enemies of the revolution, with Robespierre at its heart. Understanding the factors that led to his rise helps us evaluate his significance in this turbulent period.

1.
Categorize the following factors as Political, Social, Economic, or Religious: - The fall of the monarchy - Widespread economic hardship - The influence of revolutionary ideals - The decline of the Catholic Church's power
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the significance of political and social factors in Robespierre's rise to power. Use evidence in your answer. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Outline how economic factors contributed to the Terror and Robespierre's influence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Which factor do you think was MORE significant in Robespierre’s rise: Political, Social, Economic, or Religious? Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Explain how religious factors influenced Robespierre's actions during the Terror. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare the impact of religious and economic factors on the course of the Terror. Use evidence to support your answer. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Analyse which factor—Political, Social, Economic, or Religious—was the MOST significant in leading to Robespierre’s fall from power. Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
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Outline the main factors that led to Robespierre's rise and subsequent fall during the French Revolution. (4 marks)
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