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Problem 9 - Entrance Test

What was the Reign of Terror?

A. A period of peace and prosperityB. A time when the monarchy was restoredC. A radical phase of mass executionsD. A diplomatic effort to end wartime conflicts

Correct: C

The Reign of Terror (1793–1794) was led by the Committee of Public Safety, resulting in thousands of executions to eliminate perceived enemies of the revolution.