French Revolution - Reign of Terror Lesson

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Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will learn about the causes, key figures, and events of the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution, including the drastic measures taken by the revolutionary government to consolidate power. They will also explore the impact of this period on French society and its significance in the broader context of revolutionary history. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Reign of Terror Reading Questions.docx
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete the tables.

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Reign of Terror Research Worksheet.docx
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