like most humorists, sedaris makes a serious point through laughter and comedy. what is his point in this essay? try stating it in one or two sentences.

why was the national assembly formed by the third estate?

the estates-general had not been assembled since 1614, and its deputies drew up long lists of grievances and called for sweeping political and social reforms. the third estate, which had the most representatives, declared itself the national assembly and took an oath to force a new constitution on the king.

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