History 2312 Final Exam
Dr. Brunet
Name_________________________________
Spring 2011
Answer TWO of the following questions in complete and separate essays. (50 pts.
each) Your essays should have a title, be computer written and double-spaced.
Write your name on the LAST page of your paper. Use this page as a cover sheet.
This exam is due at the beginning of class on May 10.
The 19th century was a century of sweeping political changes. What are some of the political
and social ideologies (-isms) espoused during this time? Make sure you define them. Why
were people thinking in new terms about their societies and governments and each other?
Napoleon has been called both the savior of the French Revolution and the betrayer of the
French Revolution. Assess his career. Which of the previous descriptions do you agree with?
Explain.
The French Revolution was chaotic, radical, and at times violent. What were the causes of
the Revolution, and discuss its progress through 1799. In your opinion, was the Revolution
successful? Why or why not?