Unit 5 Practice Exam

As a conservative, why might von Bismarck have been in favor of a government program to help the poor?

• A. As a pragmatist, Bismarck was looking for expanded support from the working classes.

• B. The expansion of social programs was the guiding principle of German conservativism.

• C. Bismarck hoped that a shift toward the creation of a German welfare state would help entice Britain to join the triple alliance.

• D. In exchange for expanded welfare benefits, Bismarck hoped the lower classes would agree to relocate to German colonies in Africa and Asia.

Which of the following sought to create a “paternalistic” bond with the working classes?

• A. Augsleich under Emperor Franz Joseph I

• B. The French Third Republic under Adolphe Thiers

• C. Benjamin Disraeli’s ministry

• D. Wilhelm II and the Erfurt Program

How does the 19th-century belief in the purpose of public education discussed in the passage differ from the 20th-century belief?

• A. The 19th century focused on the creation of an education system for the elite.

• B. The 19th century emphasized the need to create loyal citizens.

• C. The 20th century focused on creating a stable workforce.

• D. The 20th century emphasized a traditional education.

State-promoted compulsory public education often came into conflict with which of the following?

• A. Military academies.

• B. Catholic schools.

• C. Private schools.

• D. The aristocracy.

The passage illustrates all of the following 19th-century beliefs regarding the goals of public education EXCEPT

• A. the establishment of public order.

• B. promotion of nationalism.

• C. encouragement of economic growth.

• D. emphasis on ethnic unity.

The passage best supports which of the following 19th-century political ideologies?

• A. Conservatism.

• B. Liberalism.

• C. Radicalism.

• D. Socialism.

Which of the following early modern practices/processes would not be supported by an adherent of the political ideology espoused in the passage?

• A. Colonization.

• B. Imperialism.

• C. Industrialization.

• D. Mercantilism.

All of the following 19th century British political actions exemplify the goals and ideals expressed in the passage EXCEPT the

• A. Reform Act of 1832.

• B. Reform Act of 1867.

• C. Corn Laws 1815-1846.

• D. Government of India Act 1858

This speech expressed a clear rejection of

• A. the new French and Austrian borders established in Vienna in 1815.

• B. press censorship.

• C. liberalism.

• D. Prussian militarism.

The main thesis of this speech is that

• A. war could be used as a means to achieve a political goal.

• B. diplomacy is the strongest weapon against national aggression.

• C. it is better to form military alliances to preserve the peace in Europe.

• D. Prussia needs to take the lead in championing civil liberties throughout the German states.