Napoleon’s Rise and Fall – Flashcards
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What was the most significant thing about Napoleon's new constitution?
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It gave Napoleon full control of government.
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One action Napoleon took that showed he supported some Enlightenment ideals was to
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build schools and universities accessible to the middle class.
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After becoming emperor, why did Napoleon plan to conquer other countries in Europe?
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He wanted to amass as much land as possible for France.
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Who took control after the fall of both Robespierre and the Committee of Public Safety?
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The military took control under Napoleon as leader.
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Napoleon's first defeat in his attempt to take over Europe was
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the Battle of Trafalgar.
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Which of these civil liberties was limited under the Napoleonic Code?
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freedom of speech
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Which is the best description of Napoleon Bonaparte?
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He believed in some Enlightenment ideals but not in social reform.
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What is the name of the comprehensive set of laws passed by Napoleon?
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the Napoleonic Code
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For Europe, the most positive result of the Congress of Vienna was that
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the balance of power was restored.
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Which was a result of the peace conference led by Prince Mitternich of Austria?
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Nationalism began to grow and spread.
