Question

Which of the following statements are true regarding the privileges enjoyed by the first two estates of the ancient French society?

1.They were free from the burden of taxation.All taxes were paid by the commoners,

2.They monopolised all high offices under the state.

3.The privileges were enjoyed by the nobility without performing any corresponding duty. This was resented by the commoners in France

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 2 only
• D. 1,2 and 3

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 1,2 and 3

There were special privileges enjoyed by the first two estates in the ancient french society.They were free from the burden of taxation.All taxes were paid by the commoners.They monopolised all high offices under the state.The privileges were enjoyed by the nobility without performing any corresponding duty. This was resented by the commoners in France