History Flashcards
1
Q
What did the political labels used to stand for?
A
They were referred to the seating plan that was adopted at the opening of the French Estates General political assembly.
2
Q
Who sat on the left of the king at the first ceremony?
A
The men who represented the noble class
3
Q
Who sat on the left side of the room at the first ceremony?
A
The deputies and professional classes
4
Q
Who sat on the left of the king?
A
The people who wanted change
5
Q
Now who sits on the left of the prime minister?
A
The people who want change
6
Q
Now who sits on the right of the prime minister?
A
The people who want to keep order and keep everything the same
7
Q
Where did the political labels of ‘left’, ‘right’, and ‘centre’ come from?
A
They came from France during the French Revolution.
