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Robespierre was a brilliant lawyer and began as a left wing advocate for the poor and disenfranchised. As time went on, many came to question his brutal executions. However, he achieved his power by being an eloquent speaker and respected revolutionary who went too far in carrying out the Reign of Terror.

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In the declaration of independce did the people give the government power?

The Government is for the people and by the people so yes we did give them power but the people have the right to take it away if enough rebel and get their representative to represent them.


What are some powerful quotes that emphasize the importance of empowering the people?

"Power to the people." - Black Panther Party "The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." - Alice Walker "Empowerment is not about giving people power, it's about unlocking the power they already have." - John Ralston Saul


Why was Robespierre called the Sea green Incorruptible?

He was said to be unable to be corrupted, or bought off (the Incorruptible part). He is supposed to have worn a sea-green Cockade in his hat, hence the sea-green part.


What are the 5 fundamental principles of humanities?

Consent of the Governed - the people give power to the government Rule of Law - people mush follow the law Representative Government - elect people to represent governmant Democracy - power of people to vote their desires Limited Government - government only has specific amout of power


Give as many reasons as possible as to why the Reign of Terror was actually a Reign of Terror?

The Reign of Terror took place because they had no way of controlling the people so they decided to just kill anyone who got in their way. It went on as long as it did because the people were too afraid to stand up to Robespierre (the man responsible for the start of the Reign of Terror).

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Threats and bombs.


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No! (false)


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Give me your money or else I kill you


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By letting the people choose the laws that should be passed.


Who gives the government power over the people?

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Who gives the government their power?

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Who gives our government power?

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