Question

question 8 of 10
what is one way that the american revolution contributed to the start of the french revolution?
a. french leaders passed democratic reforms to avoid chaos similar to that of the american revolution.
b. u.s. forces invaded france following the american revolution to destroy the monarchy.
c. french citizens were outraged at king louis xvi for supporting the american revolution.
d. the cost of supporting the american revolution caused the french king to propose tax increases.

Explanation:

• Option A: French leaders did not pass democratic reforms to avoid chaos similar to the American Revolution. The French Revolution was a result of internal issues rather than this.
• Option B: U.S. forces did not invade France after the American Revolution to destroy the monarchy.
• Option C: French citizens were not outraged at King Louis XVI for supporting the American Revolution. The main issue was the financial burden.
• Option D: France spent a large amount of money supporting the American Revolution. This led to financial problems, and the king proposed tax increases, which angered the people and contributed to the start of the French Revolution.

Answer:

D. The cost of supporting the American Revolution caused the French king to propose tax increases.