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19 August, 18:52

Why did discontent grow in France during the mid-1700s

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  1. 19 August, 19:59
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    Because of poor economic conditions, the rich ones wanted that political power were equal to their own economic power and to have freedom from the restrictions, some were resented because of the growing power of the King.
  2. 19 August, 20:01
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    During the mid-1700s, discontent in France began to grow among the members of the Third Estate as they wanted equal political power and less governmental interference in business dealings.

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    During 1700s French society was divided into: First Estate, Second Estate, Third Estate. First estate consists of clergy, Second estate consists of noble and the Third estate was the biggest that includes bourgeoisie, artisans, and peasants.

    The discontent began to grow in France during the mid-1700s because:

    1. Nobility and Clergy disliked the king and his power.

    2. The Bourgeoise wanted equality in Political power to boost their economic strength. They wanted to be free from restrictions. They fought to get positions for their son in the church and government sectors.

    3. Poor economic conditions had bad impact on the peasant.
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