The french revolution influenced the development of the nation-state as it
a.
was influenced by the american revolution
b.
started the trend of the elimination of the hereditary monarchies throughout europe
c.
marked a shift in authority from the church to independent rulers
d.
gave kings and princes authority over religious matters

answer is b

The French Revolution influenced the development of the nation-state as it started the trend of the elimination of the hereditary monarchies throughout Europe. Correct B The French revolution began 1789 and ended in the late 1790s with the ascent of Napoleon. It completely changed the social and political structure of France: it brought the end to the monarchy, took political power from the Catholic church and brought new ideas ( liberty and freedom for the commoner, abolishment of slavery and the rights of women).