Question

use the text to compare and contrast the french revolution and the american revolution.
the american and french revolutions were separated by time period and location, yet they shared common themes. like the american revolution, the french revolution was a revolt against an oppressive monarchy, which is a form of government in which one person rules, usually a king or queen. in america, the colonists wanted independence from british rule; the french, meanwhile, wanted independence from elite aristocrats in their own country. the two revolutions also shared an emphasis on enlightenment ideals, which focused on the natural rights of all citizens. that said, the american revolution sought only to make a change in government. the french revolution, however, aimed to change far more about society: social structure, economy, and religion.

Explanation:

• For the first row: The text states that like the American Revolution, the French Revolution was a revolt against an oppressive monarchy. So both should be checked.
• For the second row: The text mentions that both revolutions shared an emphasis on Enlightenment ideals. So both should be checked.
• For the third row: The text says the French Revolution aimed to change social structure, economy, and religion, while the American Revolution only sought to change government. So only the French Revolution should be checked.

Answer:

• Was caused by a desire to be free from a monarchy: Check both the French Revolution and the American Revolution.
• Was affected by Enlightenment thought: Check both the French Revolution and the American Revolution.
• Sought to change the country's social structure: Check only the French Revolution.