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प्रश्न
With the coming of the Prussians, will language be the only thing that will change? What other changes may take place?
उत्तर
- The arrival of Prussians altered not only the language but also the way of life in France, as they were subject to German regulations.
- They will not receive their fundamental rights. They will have to obey orders and live like slaves.
- They will extract money from them, leaving them financially insolvent.
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