The Franco-Prussian War and the Unification of Germany

What was the main reason Prussia did not annex more French territory after their victory?

• Prussia lacked the military strength to occupy more land.

• Prussia was satisfied with the financial indemnity.

• Prussia feared intervention from other great powers.

• Prussia wanted to maintain a good relationship with France.

How did Bismarck manipulate the diplomatic situation to provoke France into war?

• By threatening to invade France.

• By offering military support to Spain.

• By forming an alliance with Russia.

• By publishing an edited account of a meeting.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Sedan?

• The Prussian army was forced to retreat.

• The battle ended in a stalemate.

• The French army won a decisive victory.

• Emperor Napoleon III was captured.

Why did the new French government refuse to yield land to Prussia?

• They believed they could still win the war.

• They were confident in their financial stability.

• They had support from other European powers.

• They were extremely anti-Prussian.

What was one of the long-term consequences of the Franco-Prussian War?

• France and Germany became allies.

• Germany was weakened financially.

• A lasting rivalry between France and Germany was created.

• The British Empire expanded into Europe.