What was one consequence of the Great Fear that spread across the French countryside?

The Great Fear, which occurred in the summer of 1789 during the early stages of the French Revolution, was driven by widespread panic and rumors of aristocratic conspiracies to suppress the common people. One significant consequence of this fear was the formation of militia groups among the populace. Peasants, in an effort to protect themselves and their communities from perceived threats, organized militias, often referred to as "national guards" or "people’s militias." These groups played a crucial role in local defense and contributed to the broader revolutionary movement by asserting the rights of the common people and challenging the traditional power structures.

The other options reflect different aspects of the revolution but are not direct consequences of the Great Fear. The end of the monarchy came later with the radical phase of the Revolution, the Napoleonic Code was established after the rise of Napoleon in the early 19th century, and while there was indeed an increase in foreign intervention during the revolutionary period, it was not a direct result of the Great Fear itself.