Question

question 2-9
which statement describes the time of absolute monarchy in france?
○ the estates-general controlled the government
○ no difference existed among social classes
○ citizens enjoyed freedom of speech
○ the burden of taxation fell almost entirely on the third estate

Explanation:

To determine the correct statement about the time of Absolute Monarchy in France:

• "The Estates - General controlled the government" is incorrect. In absolute monarchy, the king held power, and the Estates - General had little real power.
• "No difference existed among social classes" is wrong. There were three estates (social classes) with significant differences in rights and burdens.
• "Citizens enjoyed freedom of speech" is incorrect. Absolute monarchy was characterized by limited civil liberties, and freedom of speech was not a common right.
• "The burden of taxation fell almost entirely on the Third Estate" is correct. The First and Second Estates (clergy and nobility) were largely exempt from taxes, while the Third Estate (commoners) bore most of the tax burden.

Answer:

The burden of taxation fell almost entirely on the Third Estate