What Event Caused Versailles to Become the Unofficial Capital of France

question 13

Multiple Choice

What event caused Versailles to become the unofficial capital of France?

• A) King Louis XIV permanently moved his court and government offices there.
• B) His residence in Paris was in danger of siege from riotous crowds.
• C) Louis's health required a bucolic setting.
• D) Louis wished to establish his power and authority as king outside of Paris.

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