Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will have a better understanding of Marie Antoinette's life and impact on history.

Materials and Prep

• Internet access for research
• Paper and pen for note-taking

No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.

Activities

• Research Marie Antoinette's early life and upbringing. Take notes on key events and important people in her life.
• Create a timeline of Marie Antoinette's life, including significant moments and historical context.
• Watch a documentary or movie about Marie Antoinette and write a short review highlighting what you found interesting.

Talking Points

• Marie Antoinette was born in Austria and married Louis XVI, the King of France, at a young age.

"Marie Antoinette was a queen of France who was originally from Austria and became queen at a young age when she married King Louis XVI."

• She was known for her extravagant lifestyle and love for fashion and luxury.

"Marie Antoinette was famous for her lavish lifestyle and love for fashion and luxury items."

• Marie Antoinette faced criticism and backlash from the French people, who saw her as out of touch with their struggles.

"The French people were unhappy with Marie Antoinette because they felt she didn't understand their hardships and challenges."

• Her famous quote, "Let them eat cake," is often misattributed to her and reflects the disconnect between the royal family and the common people.

"There is a famous saying 'Let them eat cake' often associated with Marie Antoinette, but she likely never said it. It shows the divide between the royal family and the common people."