In a Preemptive Strike to Avoid Overthrow, the Assembly Declared

question 57

Multiple Choice

In a preemptive strike to avoid overthrow, the Assembly declared war in 1792 on which country?

• A) England and Austria
• B) Austria and Prussia
• C) Prussia and the Netherlands
• D) Spain and Italy
• E) Flanders and Austria

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Definitions:

Puritan Colonies

English settlements in North America founded in the 17th century by Puritans seeking religious freedom and aiming to establish a society based on their religious beliefs.

England

A country that is part of the United Kingdom, located on the island of Great Britain, known for its influential culture, history, and role in the global political economy.

British America

Territories in North and South America that were once part of the British Empire, including the original Thirteen Colonies that became the United States.

New World

The New World refers to the continents of North and South America, which were "discovered" and subsequently colonized by Europeans from the 15th century onwards, contrasting with the Old World of Europe, Asia, and Africa.