Question

Which of the following was an initial goal of the French Revolution? A. to increase the power of the French nobility B. to legalize serfdom C. to create a constitutional monarchy D. to secure the power of the clergy

Answer 1

Hello! The initial goal of the French Revolution was to create a constitutional monarchy, without the total power concentred in the hands of the king and the nobility. The bourgeoisie wanted to get some power and join the political decisions. Besides that, they also wanted to pay fewer taxes, reducing the nobility expenses.