Question

the french revolution (1789) began as a reaction to
a unequal taxation.
b religious persecution.
c invasion by the moors.
d a desire for democracy.

Explanation:

The French Revolution was sparked by the Third Estate's (commoners) frustration with unequal taxation. The clergy (First Estate) and nobility (Second Estate) had tax exemptions, while the Third Estate bore the heavy tax burden. Religious persecution wasn't a main cause. The Moors' invasion was centuries earlier (Middle Ages). While democracy was an outcome - related ideal later, the immediate reaction was to unequal taxation.

Answer:

A. unequal taxation.