Historical Terms Matching Quiz

Which of the following contributed to Germany’s growth as an industrial power under Bismarck?

• tight state control over industry

• a large overseas empire

• substantial iron and coal reserves

• Prussia’s victory over the French in the Franco-Prussian War

Which statement best summarizes the concept of Realpolitik?

• Moderation in all things.

• Treat others as you wish to be treated.

• All men are created free and equal.

• Power is more important than principles.

What was the result of Bismarck’s government setup?

• Increased power for the lower house

• Real power held by the Prussian emperor and Bismarck

• A democratic government

• A weakened monarchy

German word for Empire

German word for emperor

What was the impact of the Kulturkampf on the Catholic Church in Germany?

• Strengthened the Church's influence

• Led to the expulsion of Catholic Jesuit order and persecution of Catholics

• Increased the number of Catholic schools

• Resulted in the Pope visiting Germany

How did Otto von Bismarck address the socialist movement in Germany?

• By granting them political power

• By implementing social welfare programs

• By forming alliances with socialist leaders

• By ignoring their demands

Which of the following was the major player behind German unification?

• Austria
• Prussia
• Switzerland
• Schleswig-Holstein

Which individual is associated with the phrase blood and iron as related to the unification of Germany?

• Giuseppe Garibaldi
• Otto von Bismarck
• Kaiser Wilhelm I
• Count Camillo di Cavour

Identify the significance of the Ems Dispatch in the context of German unification.

• It was a peace treaty that ended the Franco-Prussian War.

• It was a edited diplomatic communication that incited the Franco-Prussian War.

• It was a trade agreement between German states.

• It was a cultural manifesto promoting German literature.

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