The Man who Invented Germany | The Life & Times of Otto von Bismarck

The video explores Germany's history, focusing on Bismarck's role in unifying the nation. It covers the Holy Roman Empire, the German Confederation, and Bismarck's political strategies. Bismarck's domestic and foreign policies are discussed, highlighting his influence on European politics and the eventual unification of Germany.

Which empire was a loose collection of states before the formation of Germany?

• Ottoman Empire

• Holy Roman Empire

• British Empire

• Austro-Hungarian Empire

What was Bismarck's initial stance on German unification?

• He was a strong advocate from the beginning.

• He was indifferent to the idea.

• He originally wanted nothing to do with it.

• He opposed it vehemently.

What was the outcome of the war between Prussia and Austria?

• Austria annexed Prussia.

• Prussia was defeated.

• The German Confederation was dissolved.

• Austria became part of the North German Confederation.

How did Bismarck provoke France into war?

• By invading French territory.

• By supporting a French rival for the throne.

• By manipulating diplomatic communications.

• By forming an alliance with Britain.

Where was the German Empire proclaimed?

• Vienna

• Munich

• Berlin

• Versailles

What was one of Bismarck's domestic policies?

• He promoted socialism.

• He created the first modern welfare state.

• He abolished the monarchy.

• He encouraged free trade.

What was Bismarck's approach to foreign policy?

• He focused solely on colonial expansion.

• He was strategic in choosing when to engage in conflicts.

• He sought to provoke wars with all neighbors.

• He avoided all conflicts.

What was a significant consequence of Bismarck's dismissal?

• Germany dissolved into smaller states.

• Bismarck returned to power.

• The Empire moved towards World War One.

• Germany became a republic.

What was Bismarck's view on the Balkans crisis?

• He warned it could lead to a major European war.

• He believed it was irrelevant to Germany.

• He saw it as an opportunity for expansion.

• He supported the Balkan states' independence.

What did Bismarck do after his resignation?

• He retired to a quiet life.

• He wrote memoirs criticizing the Emperor.

• He became an ambassador.

• He led a rebellion.