What was an economic cause of the French Revolution?

Question

A.
a lack of representation of the third estate in the Estates-General
B.
increased influence of French thinkers such as Rousseau and Locke
C.
the government’s decision to raise taxes to pay its huge debts
D.
the rise of Napoleon and his rallying of the citizens against the monarch

Answer 1

C. the government’s decision to raise taxes to pay its huge debts

The French Revolution was significantly influenced by economic issues, including the government's mounting debt and the burden of taxes placed on the Third Estate, which represented the common people, while the First and Second Estates (clergy and nobility) were largely exempt from these taxes. This financial strain contributed to widespread discontent and played a crucial role in the lead-up to the revolution.