Question

1. based upon your knowledge of the french revolution and the overall declaration, what was the purpose of the document? 2. according to the \preamble of the declaration of the rights of man\, what was the reason for the previous problems in french society and government? 3. considering the \articles of the declaration of the rights of man\, in what ways was the declaration a dramatic change from the rule of louis xvi?

Explanation:

1. The Declaration of the Rights of Man aimed to establish fundamental rights and liberties for citizens, challenge the old - regime, and provide a basis for a new social and political order during the French Revolution.
2. The preamble indicated that previous problems stemmed from a lack of recognition and protection of natural rights, and the abuse of power by the monarchy and the old - regime institutions.
3. Under Louis XVI, power was concentrated in the monarchy, and there were few rights for the common people. The Declaration introduced concepts like equality before the law, popular sovereignty, and natural rights, which were a stark contrast to the autocratic rule of Louis XVI.

Answer:

1. To establish fundamental rights and a new social - political order.
2. Lack of recognition of natural rights and abuse of power.
3. Introduced concepts of equality, popular sovereignty, and natural rights.