When the Estates General Refused to Allow the Third Estate

question 36

Multiple Choice

When the Estates General refused to allow the Third Estate to increase the number of its delegates, how did the representatives of the Third Estate initially respond?

• A) Immediate declaration of war against King Louis XIV
• B) Formed a rival assembly
• C) Fled to neighboring Austria

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Definitions:

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where an individual refuses to accept reality or facts, thereby avoiding a potentially distressing truth.

Rationalization

A defense mechanism in which controversial behaviors or feelings are justified and explained in a seemingly rational or logical manner to avoid the true explanation.

Active Effort

The deliberate and purposeful exertion of energy towards achieving specific goals or tasks.

Repression

A defense mechanism where distressing thoughts, memories, or desires are unconsciously blocked from conscious awareness.