Nationalism and Identity Flashcard

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What is the idea that a nation should determine its own future called?

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Self-determination

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What major event in 1789 significantly contributed to the spread of nationalism in Europe?

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The French Revolution

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What effect did the Enlightenment and the French Revolution have on people's loyalty?

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Decreased loyalty to traditional royal rulers

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In which year were Germany and Italy unified into nations with a single national government?

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1871

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What was one effect of the rise and spread of nationalism by the end of the nineteenth century? Options: Decreased competition for colonies, Increased unity within states, Decline in nation-state formation, Reduction in global conflicts

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Increased unity within states

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How long have Nations as we know them today existed? Options: Thousands of years, More than 500 years, Only in the last 100 years

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A little over 200 years

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A strong feeling of pride in and devotion to one's country. Not wanting to be controlled by others.

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Nationalism