10 Questions
During the process of national unification in Germany, which social class in 1848 attempted to unite the different regions of the German confederation into a nation-state governed by an elected parliament?
middle-class Germans
What factors repressed the liberal initiative to nation-building in Germany in 1848?
combined forces of the monarchy, military, and large landowners
Who took on the leadership of the movement for national unification in Germany after the repression of the liberal initiative?
Prussia
Who was the chief minister of Prussia and the architect of the process of national unification in Germany?
Otto von Bismarck
How many wars were fought over seven years during the process of national unification in Germany?
three
What were the political conditions in Italy during the middle of the nineteenth century?
Italy was divided into seven states, with Sardinia-Piedmont being the only state ruled by an Italian princely house. The north was under Austrian rule, the center was ruled by the Pope, and the southern regions were under the domination of the Bourbon kings of Spain.
What were the regional variations of the Italian language during this time?
The Italian language had not acquired one common form and still had many regional and local variations.
Who sought to establish a unitary Italian Republic during the 1830s?
Giuseppe Mazzini sought to establish a unitary Italian Republic during the 1830s.
What secret society did Giuseppe Mazzini form?
Giuseppe Mazzini formed a secret society called Young Italy for the dissemination of his goals.
Who took on the responsibility of unifying the Italian states through war?
King Victor Emmanuel II of Sardinia-Piedmont took on the responsibility of unifying the Italian states through war.
Quiz: Unifying Germany and Italy - Exploring the Shift of Nationalism in Europe after 1848. Test your knowledge on how conservative forces harnessed nationalist sentiments to consolidate state power and achieve political dominance in Europe during the 19th century.
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