Question 1

​ The term "realpolitik" is best associated with

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"Realpolitik" is a term used to describe a political approach that prioritizes practical considerations and national interests over idealistic principles. It arose in the mid-19th century as a rejection of the idealism that had characterized much of European politics in the preceding decades. It is often associated with conservative diplomats who sought to create a balance of power in Europe.

Question 2

Bismarck believed that war with Austria was inevitable because​

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Bismarck believed that war with Austria was inevitable because Austria was preventing Prussia from dominating German affairs. Bismarck saw Austria as a roadblock to the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership, and believed that war was necessary to remove this obstacle.

Question 3

What liberal reforms were instituted during the nineteenth century? Consider how these examples differ in different countries of Europe.

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Question 4

How does the Hungarian revolution of 1848 illustrate both the great-mindedness and the small-mindedness of the champions of nationalism?

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Question 5

​ The original members of the Quadruple Alliance included all of the countries except

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The original members of the Quadruple Alliance, formed in 1814, included Russia, Austria, Prussia, and Great Britain. Italy was not a part of the original alliance.

Question 6

How did Bismarck use war to further his plan for the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership?

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Question 7

Explain how the revolutions of 1848 demonstrated that nationalism and liberalism were not necessarily compatible.

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Question 8

Trace the main events of the unification of either Italy or Germany. Discuss how great leaders influence such developments.

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Question 9

The Italian leader most associated with the Risorgimento was_______.​

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Question 10

​The Franco-Prussian War ended with the

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The Franco-Prussian War ended with the crowning of William I of Prussia as Kaiser William I, signaling the victory of Prussia over France and the start of the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership. The loss of Alsace-Lorraine to France was also a result of this war. The other options are incorrect as they do not accurately reflect the outcome of the war.

Question 11

Why did the revolutions of 1848 collapse?  How did this failure mark the end of the revolutionary spirit of the French Revolution?​

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Question 12

In your opinion, was it neurotic or realistic for Metternich to have a dissolution complex? Explain your position using at least two examples to support your conclusion.

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Question 13

The Austrian Empire included all of the following ethnic minorities except ​

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The Austrian Empire did not include Turks as an ethnic minority.

Question 14

​ The Revolution of 1848 in France lead to all of the following except

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Question 15

​Class distinctions undermined the revolutions of 1848 because

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The revolutionaries were divided between the bourgeoisie, who wanted political reforms, and the laboring poor, who demanded social reforms. The middle class feared the radicalization of the lower classes and so withdrew their support for the movement. The class divisions undermined the unity and effectiveness of the revolutions of 1848.

Question 16

Metternich refused to support the Greek independence movement because​

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Metternich, as a conservative statesman, believed in maintaining the balance of power and stability in Europe. He feared that supporting Greek independence might provoke other nationalistic movements in Europe, leading to instability and conflict. Additionally, he did not want to challenge the legitimacy of the Ottoman Empire, as Austria relied on Ottoman support to maintain their own neutrality and peace in the region.

Question 17

Why did liberalism decline and militarism rise in Germany between 1848 and 1870?

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Question 18

Please use this outline map of Europe to answer the question(s).

-On a map of Europe, trace the boundaries of the German Confederation in 1815. Trace the boundary of the North German Confederation and the boundary of the German Empire. Note the differences.

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Quiz 7: Surge of Liberalism and Nationalism: Revolution, Counterrevolution, and Unification

​ The term "realpolitik" is best associated with

Bismarck believed that war with Austria was inevitable because​

What liberal reforms were instituted during the nineteenth century? Consider how these examples differ in different countries of Europe.

How does the Hungarian revolution of 1848 illustrate both the great-mindedness and the small-mindedness of the champions of nationalism?

​ The original members of the Quadruple Alliance included all of the countries except

How did Bismarck use war to further his plan for the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership?

Explain how the revolutions of 1848 demonstrated that nationalism and liberalism were not necessarily compatible.

Trace the main events of the unification of either Italy or Germany. Discuss how great leaders influence such developments.

The Italian leader most associated with the Risorgimento was_______.​

​The Franco-Prussian War ended with the

Why did the revolutions of 1848 collapse? How did this failure mark the end of the revolutionary spirit of the French Revolution?​

In your opinion, was it neurotic or realistic for Metternich to have a dissolution complex? Explain your position using at least two examples to support your conclusion.

The Austrian Empire included all of the following ethnic minorities except ​

​ The Revolution of 1848 in France lead to all of the following except

​Class distinctions undermined the revolutions of 1848 because

Metternich refused to support the Greek independence movement because​

Why did liberalism decline and militarism rise in Germany between 1848 and 1870?

Please use this outline map of Europe to answer the question(s). -On a map of Europe, trace the boundaries of the German Confederation in 1815. Trace the boundary of the North German Confederation and the boundary of the German Empire. Note the differences.

The term "realpolitik" is best associated with

Bismarck believed that war with Austria was inevitable because

The original members of the Quadruple Alliance included all of the countries except

The Italian leader most associated with the Risorgimento was_______.

The Franco-Prussian War ended with the

Why did the revolutions of 1848 collapse? How did this failure mark the end of the revolutionary spirit of the French Revolution?

The Austrian Empire included all of the following ethnic minorities except

The Revolution of 1848 in France lead to all of the following except

Class distinctions undermined the revolutions of 1848 because

Metternich refused to support the Greek independence movement because