Question

Obespierre’s rule in France was known as the “Reign of Terror” because

A) so many people feared the French monarchy would attempt to kill Robespierre.
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B) his ultra-radical views led to the execution of thousands of French citizens.
C) revolutionaries believed he had made a secret agreement with the Catholic Church.
D) he attempted to restore the monarchy to its previous position of power, frightening many French peasants.

Answer 1

Robespierre’s rule in France was known as the “Reign of Terror” because his ultra-radical views led to the execution of thousands of French citizens.

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

During this region of terror period, the French republic was ruled by Maximilian Robespierre and the dark period end with the fall of his rule in 1794. According to the data, more than 16500 people were executed publically during this period.

During the French Revolution, the French republic saw a dark period where thousands of French citizens were executed publically for being accused of following the ultra-radical and revolutionary views. This period in called as reign or terror in the French history.