Why were members of the third estate frustrated with the French government? Was it because they opposed the wars that had been fought during the 1700s, they believe the government should help prevent crop failures, they thought they paid too much in taxes, or they wanted positions in the church
Members of the third estate were frustrated with the French government primarily because they felt they paid too much in taxes. The heavy burden of taxation fell disproportionately on the common people, while the nobility and clergy paid little to no taxes. This economic inequality fueled resentment and frustration among the third estate, leading to their demands for reform and ultimately to the French Revolution. While the other factors mentioned may have also contributed to their frustration, the issue of taxation was a central grievance for the third estate.
