French Revolution Character File

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 to strengthen reading comprehension, historical literacy, and analytical thinking through focused study of major figures from the French Revolution. Learners read short biography-style “character files” about Robespierre, Marie Antoinette, Georges Danton, and King Louis XVI, then match each individual with defining traits and significant actions, reinforcing understanding of how personality, leadership, and decisions shaped historical events.

Academic Focus

• French Revolution Figures (Grades 6-8) – Students examine influential leaders and personalities central to the Revolution.
• Character Traits from Informational Text – Learners identify traits based on biographical details and historical behavior.
• Evidence-Based Matching – Encourages careful reading to connect actions and characteristics to the correct individual.
• Comparative Historical Thinking – Supports analysis of similarities and differences among revolutionary figures.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with middle school social studies and ELA standards.
• Structured, Engaging Format – Character file approach makes complex history more accessible.
• Supports Close Reading – Requires attention to detail and interpretation of informational text.
• Low-Prep & Printable – Easy to use for classwork, review, or homeschool instruction.

This printable worksheet helps students build a deeper understanding of the French Revolution by connecting individuals’ traits, actions, and historical impact. By analyzing character files and matching evidence accurately, learners strengthen biographical reading skills, critical thinking, and historical comprehension. Suitable for classroom or homeschool use, this activity provides a clear and engaging way to explore how people influenced one of history’s most important revolutions.

This worksheet is part of our Bastille Day Worksheets Collection.