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WorksheetsFast and Curious: Nationalism Pt 2
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
• Appointment of Otto von Bismarck as Chancellor
• Austro-Prussian War, 1866
• Franco-Prussian War, 1870–1871
These events led directly to
the unification of Germany
foreign rule in Italy
the rebellion of the Sepoys
an alliance between Serbs and Russians
Which figure is primarily credited with the unification of Germany in the 19th century through policies of 'realpolitik'?
Giuseppe Garibaldi
Otto von Bismarck
Napoleon Bonaparte
Queen Victoria
What was a common goal for the leaders Otto von Bismarck and Giuseppe Garibaldi in the 19th century?
Expand their territories through colonial conquests
Strengthen the power of the church in political affairs
Unite their respective countries, Germany and Italy
Introduce democratic reforms in their governments
"I offer neither pay, nor quarters, nor food; I offer only hunger, thirst, forced marches, battles, and death. Let him who loves his country with his heart, and not merely with his lips, follow me."
— Attributed to Garibaldi
This statement is emblematic of the spirit of which movement in Italy?
renaissance
unification
baroque
enlightenment
What was a common factor in the unification processes of both Italy and Germany in the 19th century?
The influence of powerful monarchs in leading the movements
The role of economic crises in prompting unification
Nationalistic sentiments driving the unification efforts
The impact of international alliances on domestic policies
Which of the following was a key factor in the successful unification of Germany in the 19th century?
The spread of Enlightenment ideas
The decline of the Ottoman Empire
The leadership of Otto von Bismarck
The influence of the French Revolution
Who was the Chancellor of the North German Confederation from 1867 to 1871, playing a pivotal role in the unification of Germany?
Wilhelm I
Giuseppe Garibaldi
Otto von Bismarck
Count Camillo di Cavour
What was a significant factor preventing Italy and Germany from establishing large colonial empires during the 16th and 17th centuries?
They were more focused on internal development
They did not have access to navigable seas
They lacked the necessary political cohesion
They were under constant threat from neighboring countries
Which 19th century ideology led to the unification of Germany and of Italy and to the eventual breakup of Austria-Hungary and of the Ottoman Empire?
imperialism
nationalism
liberalism
socialism
"The great questions of the day will not be settled by means of speeches and majority decisions but by iron and blood."
—Attributed to Otto von Bismarck
This quote is often associated with Bismarck's belief in the power of
diplomacy and negotiation
economic sanctions
military strength and war
democratic processes
