The Luxembourg Crisis of 1867

Why did King William III of the Netherlands consider selling Luxembourg to France?

• He wanted to strengthen ties with France.

• He needed money.

• He was pressured by Prussia.

• He wanted to expand his territory.

What was Napoleon III's primary reason for wanting to expand his empire in the 1860s?

• To strengthen his relationship with the papacy.

• To combat the rise of Prussia.

• To counter the influence of Austria.

• To gain control over Spain.

What was the main concern of Britain regarding the sale of Luxembourg?

• It would result in economic instability.

• It would lead to a stronger alliance between France and Prussia.

• It would disrupt the balance of power in Europe.

• It would cause a rebellion in Belgium.

Which country proposed that Luxembourg be given to Belgium during the international conference?

• France

• Russia

• Austria

• Prussia

What was the outcome of the international conference regarding Luxembourg?

• Luxembourg remained under Dutch control and was declared neutral.

• Luxembourg became part of Belgium.

• Luxembourg was sold to France.

• Luxembourg was annexed by Prussia.