The Unification of Germany and Italy

Who led the unification of Germany?

• Otto Von Bismarck

• Wilhelm II

• Karl Marx

• Friedrich Ebert

When was Rome conquered by Italy?

• 1865

• 1870

• 1885

• 1900

What did Bismarck mean by 'Blood & Iron'?

• Germany would be united through diplomacy and negotiation.

• Bismarck believed Germany would be united through war and military strength.

• 'Blood & Iron' referred to the economic policies of Germany.

• It was a phrase used to describe peaceful coexistence among nations.

What is nationalism?

• A political ideology that promotes the interests of a particular nation

• A belief in the superiority of one race over others

• Love and pride for one’s nation

• A movement to establish a global government

What was the German Confederation?

• A group of 39 German states formed after the Congress of Vienna, each with independent governments.

• A military alliance between Germany and Austria.

• A political union of all European countries.

• An economic agreement among German states to unify currency.

What was the impact of nationalism in Europe?

• Nationalism led to increased cooperation among European nations.

• Nationalism resulted in the decline of colonial empires.

• Nationalism remained strong in Europe, leading nations to seek colonies in many parts of the world.

• Nationalism caused a reduction in military conflicts in Europe.

How did Italy acquire Venetia?

• Italy purchased Venetia from Austria in 1866.

• Italy joined Prussia in a war against Austria in 1866, and Austria gave Venetia to Italy as part of the peace treaty.

• Italy invaded Venetia and took control in 1866.

• Italy negotiated a peaceful settlement with Austria for Venetia.

What was the German Empire?

• A unified nation formed in 1871, ruled by Kaiser Wilhelm I with Bismarck running the government.

• A collection of independent states that existed before 1871.

• A military alliance formed during World War I.

• A democratic republic established after World War II.

How many Italian states existed after the Congress of Vienna?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 11

What territories did Germany gain from France after the 1870 war?

• Alsace and Lorraine

• Brittany and Normandy

• Provence and Aquitaine

• Corsica and Savoy