Question

1. how did fears of foreign invasion contribute to the destruction of the old regime? a. peasants played an increasingly large role in national government. b. the national assembly had the public support to strip clergy and nobles of their former privileges. c. the third estate united to protest foreign influences on the french government. d. nobles refused to take a stand against foreign troops brought in to stop the revolution.

Explanation:

Fears of foreign invasion during the period of the Old Regime's down - fall led to a situation where the National Assembly, with public backing, was able to strip clergy and nobles of their privileges. The public was united in the face of external threats and saw the privileges of the clergy and nobles as a hindrance to the nation's ability to defend itself. This contributed to the destruction of the Old Regime's social and political structures.

Answer:

B. The National Assembly had the public support to strip clergy and nobles of their former privileges.