Question

multiple choice
what was the purpose of the reign of terror’s executions?
a to punish people suspected of criticizing the monarchy
b to remove possible threats to the french republic
c to eliminate the first and second estates
d to help robespierre overthrow the government

Explanation:

The Reign of Terror occurred during the French Revolution, when the new French Republic faced internal and external threats. The Committee of Public Safety, which oversaw the Terror, targeted individuals deemed threats to the young republic—including counter-revolutionaries, suspected monarchists, and anyone seen as undermining the revolutionary government. Option A is incorrect because the monarchy had already been overthrown by this point. Option C is incorrect as the Terror was not limited to the First and Second Estates; many common people were also executed. Option D is incorrect because Robespierre was part of the ruling government during the Terror, not trying to overthrow it.

Answer:

B. to remove possible threats to the French Republic