1. Revolutions of 1830 and 1848 BIG IDEA: Social and political discontent sparked revolutions in France in 1830 and 1848, which in turn inspired revolts in other parts of Europe.

4. Why Did Revolutions Occur in France in 1830 and 1848? Charles X, a strong believer in absolutism, suspended the legislature, limited the right to vote, and restricted the press. When the government tried to silence critics and prevent public meetings, angry crowds took to the streets. 1830 1848 Moderate liberals put in place a constitutional monarchy, and chose Louis Philippe as king. Liberals and radicals rebelled and took control of Paris. Revolutionary leaders proclaimed a Second Republic. Louis Philippe abdicated.

8. Geography In 1830 and again in 1848, revolutions in France sparked uprisings throughout Europe. Although most rebellions were quickly crushed, their ideals survived.

9. In 1848, revolutions took place in all of the following places, except a) Paris. b) Vienna. c) Rome. d) Warsaw. What is one reason that many of the uprisings failed? a) Revolutionaries did not have mass support. b) Many peasants sided with the monarchies. c) Revolutionaries were not certain of their goals. d) Many radicals were unwilling to fight for what they believed in. Section 2 Assessment

10. In 1848, revolutions took place in all of the following places, except a) Paris. b) Vienna. c) Rome. d) Warsaw. What is one reason that many of the uprisings failed? a) Revolutionaries did not have mass support. b) Many peasants sided with the monarchies. c) Revolutionaries were not certain of their goals. d) Many radicals were unwilling to fight for what they believed in. Section 2 Assessment