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Social change: class distinctions and titles; education and attitude to women; censorship and propaganda; the position of the Church; the Concordat and its aftermath.
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The impact of Napoleon's rule on France, 1799–1815
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Social change: class distinctions and titles; education and attitude to women; censorship and propaganda; the position of the Church; the Concordat and its aftermath
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What was one significant social change in France under Napoleon's rule?
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The establishment of the Napoleonic Code was a significant social change as it reformed the legal system, promoting equality before the law and protecting property rights.
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- Censorship: The suppression of speech, public communication, or other information that may be considered objectionable or harmful by the government.
- Propaganda: Information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a political cause or point of view.
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Confusing the roles of the Church and State: Emphasize that while the Church regained some influence, it was under strict state control, which was a significant change from its pre-revolutionary power.
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