Question

In the late 18th century and early 19th century, the condition of France worsened. Which of the following statements reflect that?

• A. Peasants paid high taxes.
• B. A cloth maker was competing with the fabric made using machines in England.
• C. A year of bad harvest led to increased food prices.
• D. The earthquake damaged property and crops.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

A year of bad harvest led to increased food prices.

France faced multiple issues like the feudal and aristocratic privileges were present, and peasants had to pay high taxes. A traditional cloth maker in Western Europe, had to compete with the mass produced fabric from England. Then a year of bad harvest led to increase in food prices, leaving people starving. As people died, or slept hungry and lived in poverty, the conditions worsened.