Which of the following contributed to england's ability to establish colonies in the new world? a. the defeat of the spanish armada b. increased conflicts with catholic nations c. inroads made by french trappers d. turmoil from the protestant reformation.

why was the national assembly formed by the third estate?

the estates-general had not been assembled since 1614, and its deputies drew up long lists of grievances and called for sweeping political and social reforms. the third estate, which had the most representatives, declared itself the national assembly and took an oath to force a new constitution on the king.

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