Describe the situation in france before 1789? explain the quote, "the glory of eighteenth century france was built on the backs of the common man." what was the attitude of the french king towards the problems faced by the ordinary french people?

1. The situation before 1789 had France see meager harvest and poor economic value, with a totalitarian ruler.

2. The quote describes how the cities of France, and it's greatness, was built by the common people that had nothing and were starving, and not the rich who were living in Palaces with an overabundance of food.

3. The king's attitude was poor, he mainly focused on competition with nations such as Britain and wars instead of the common public interest. His lack of accomplishment towards their demands is what resulted in an overthrow of the government