the unification of Italy

Which of the following is not an aspect of society that bonds people together as a nation?

• Shared values and beliefs

• Geographical proximity

• Common language

• Individualism

How did the French Revolution and the Congress of Vienna influence the Italian states circa 1815? (Pick both that apply)

• One led to the spread of increased nationalism throughout Italy.

• One resulted in the unification of Italy into multiple independent states.

• One caused the Italian states to become part of the French Empire.

• One established a balance of power that maintained the status quo in Italy under foreign rule.

How did nationalism help motivate the Italian people to unify and fight for independence from foreign rule? Consider France's role.

• Nationalism inspired a sense of shared identity and purpose among Italians, leading to a unified effort against foreign rule, with France providing a common enemy to stir up nationalism.

• Nationalism led to the division of Italian states, making it easier for foreign powers to maintain control, with France opposing unification.

• Nationalism had little impact on Italian unification, as economic factors were the primary motivators, with France remaining neutral.

• Nationalism was primarily a cultural movement with no significant political impact, and France played no role in the unification process.

What was the goal of Mazzini’s organization? Were they successful?

• To establish a unified Italian republic; No, they were not successful.

• To promote Italian art and culture; No, they were not successful.

• To create a European alliance; Yes, they were successful.

• To overthrow the monarchy in France; Yes, they were successful.

The Risorgimento was a period of history that led by whom?

• Mazzini

• Cavour

• Victor Emmanuel II

• Garibaldi

Cavour is from which region in Italy?

• Lombardy

• Piedmont-Sardinia

• Tuscany

• Sicily

Cavour helped advance the unification of Italy by:

• Leading military campaigns to conquer Italian states.

• Negotiating strategic alliances and diplomatic agreements.

• Establishing a unified Italian currency.

• Promoting Italian culture and language across Europe.

According to Cavour’s quote above, what role did nationalism play in the unification of Italy?

• Nationalism was a divisive force that hindered unification.

• Nationalism was a tool used to promote unification over their differences.

• Nationalism had no impact on the unification process.

• Nationalism was opposed by Cavour.

Where did Garibaldi first start his work towards nationalism?

• Italy

• France

• Brazil

• Uruguay

What was Garibaldi's relationship with other nationalist leader Camillo di Cavour?

• They were close allies.

• They were political rivals.

• They had no significant interaction.

• They were family members.