Which of the following was NOT one of the causes of the French revolution of 1789?
A) a staggering national debt
B) accusation of treason against Louis XVI
C) resentment at the privileges of the aristocracy
D) the extravagance of Marie Antoinette and the court at Versailles
E) the opportunity presented by the summoning of the Estates General
Answer: B) accusation of treason against Louis XVI
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