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QuizMultiple Choice

Absolutism and Revolution — Test

Question 25 • CMS 2026-2027 World History: Issues and Patterns CREDIT RECOVERY

Read the quotation from Jean-Jacques Rousseau. This latter consists of the different privileges, which some men enjoy to the prejudice of others; such as that of being more rich, more honored, more powerful or even in a position to exact obedience. Which segment of the Old Regime enjoyed privilege of wealth, but no the privileges of honor, power, and social position?

Answer
A
the bourgeoisie
B
the clergy
C
the peasants
D
the aristocracy