AP Euro - 6.6 - Revolutions from 1815-1914

What were the three main reasons for the wave of revolutions in 1848?

• Monarchical power, aristocratic privilege, and social inequality

• Military expansion, cultural exchange, and technological advancement

• General discontent with the government, the rise of liberalism, and nationalism created by Napoleon

• Economic prosperity, religious freedom, and political stability

What was the significance of Napoleon's occupation of numerous countries?

• It resulted in political stability and religious freedom

• It established a global empire with strong military alliances

• It created a newfound sense of unity and nationalism among the citizens

• It led to economic prosperity and technological advancement

Who was the leader of Russia known for the Great Reforms, including the emancipation of the serfs in 1861?

• Tsar Nicholas I

• Pyotr Stolypin

• Alexander II

• Sergei Witte

What was the main goal of Pyotr Stolypin's reforms in Russia?

• To placate discontented citizens with the October Manifesto

• To manage the industrialization of Russia and create jobs

• To modernize agriculture and lessen peasant radicalism

• To establish a constitutional monarchy

What significant project was created by Alexander III of Russia?

• The Treaty of Constantinople

• The Trans-Siberian railroad

• The Great Reforms

• The October Manifesto

What event led to the recognition of the independence of Greece from the Ottoman Empire?

• Greek War of Independence

• Russian Revolution of 1905

• Decembrist Revolt

• Polish rebellion

What was the main goal of the Decembrist Revolt in Russia?

• To establish a constitutional monarchy

• To placate discontented citizens with the October Manifesto

• To modernize agriculture and lessen peasant radicalism

• To manage the industrialization of Russia and create jobs

What was the outcome of the Polish rebellion against Russia?

• The Poles successfully overthrew Russia

• The Poles joined forces with Russia

• The Poles failed in their attempts to overthrow Russia

• The Russian government abolished Polish culture and freedom

What was the main goal of Sergei Witte's reforms in Russia?

• To modernize agriculture and lessen peasant radicalism

• To manage the industrialization of Russia and create jobs

• To placate discontented citizens with the October Manifesto

• To establish a constitutional monarchy

What was the impact of Tsar Nicholas II's restriction of rights in Russia?

• It created a newfound sense of unity and nationalism among the citizens

• It led to economic prosperity and technological advancement

• It resulted in political stability and religious freedom

• It angered the people and led to a massive revolution