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What drastic changes were brought about by the National Assembly in 1789?

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The following changes were brought about by the National Assembly:
(i) The powers of Louis XVI were reduced. He was now king only in name.
(ii) On the night of 4 August 1789, the Assembly passed a decree abolishing the feudal system of obligations and taxes.
(iii) The members of the clergy were forced to give up their privileges.
(iv) Taxes were abolished and lands owned by the church were confiscated.

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