End of the Age of Empires

What was one of Napoleon's first moves in attempting to gain an advantage over England?

• He formed an alliance with Spain and Portugal.

• He encouraged neutral countries to stop doing business with England.

• He launched a direct military invasion of England.

• He cut off all diplomatic relations with England.

What was the outcome of the Continental System implemented by Napoleon?

• It strengthened the French economy significantly.

• It led to the defeat of England.

• It failed because England had natural resources.

• It resulted in a strong alliance between France and England.

What was the result of placing Joseph Bonaparte as the King of Spain?

• It led to a long and prosperous rule of Spain by Joseph.

• It strengthened the alliance between France and Spain.

• It turned out to be quite costly and was a turning point in Napoleon's reign.

• It had no significant impact on Napoleon's power.

What policy did the Russians enact as they retreated from Napoleon's invasion in 1812?

• They surrendered unconditionally to the French.

• They formed an alliance with Napoleon's enemies.

• They enacted a "scorched earth" policy.

• They offered a peace treaty to France.

What was the significant event that marked the final defeat of Napoleon's reign?

• The invasion of Russia in 1812.

• The Battle of Waterloo.

• The establishment of the Continental System.

• The Peninsular War against Spain and Portugal.

What was the main purpose of the Congress of Vienna?

• To start another war

• To establish peace and a balance of power in the wake of Napoleon's abdication

• To spread revolutionary ideas throughout Europe

• To divide Europe into new territories

Which countries were the major representatives in the Congress of Vienna?

• France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy

• England, Austria, Prussia, and Russia

• Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and Switzerland

• Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland

What was one goal of the Congress of Vienna regarding France after the Napoleonic Wars?

• To expand France's territories

• To maintain Napoleon Bonaparte's rule

• To contain France and restore order and balance

• To isolate France from European affairs

What was the Conservative Order's purpose according to the text?

• To promote liberal policies across Europe

• To encourage the spread of nationalism

• To contain any potential outbreaks of revolt and revolution and to restore order

• To dismantle the existing monarchies in Europe

How long did the peace and diplomacy achieved at the Congress of Vienna last in Europe?

• Nearly 10 years

• Nearly 20 years

• Nearly 30 years

• Nearly 40 years