In the Immediate Aftermath of the Fall of Robespierre

question 11

Multiple Choice

In the immediate aftermath of the fall of Robespierre

• A) a period of industrial growth ensued.
• B) the Reign of Terror began.
• C) extremist forces came to control the Revolution.
• D) a new constitution was written that strove for stability by placing executive authority in the hands of the Directory.
• E) Napoleon was elected President of France.

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