Rise of Nationalism in Europe
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What was the main reason for the disbanding of the assembly?

  • Resistance from the middle classes (correct)
  • Lack of public interest
  • Increased military opposition
  • Support from the monarchy

    • All members of the assembly supported women's political rights.

    False

    What did women do to advocate for their political rights?

    They formed political associations, founded newspapers, and participated in demonstrations.

    The parliament was dominated by the __________ classes.

    <p>middle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Political rights = Entitlements to participate in governance Aristocracy = Noble class often opposing democratic movements Liberty = State of being free within society Middle classes = Social group that lost support from workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement reflects the viewpoint of the anonymous reader?

    <p>Denying women political rights is unreasonable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The opposition from the aristocracy and military weakened over time.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Liberty is __________, meaning it cannot be separated among different groups.

    <p>indivisible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the olive branch around the sword symbolize?

    <p>Willingness to make peace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The broken chains in the painting represent oppression.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the crown of oak leaves represent?

    <p>Heroism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The black, red, and gold tricolour was the flag of the ______ in 1848.

    <p>liberal-nationalists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symbol represents 'readiness to fight'?

    <p>Sword</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following symbols with their meanings:

    <p>Broken chains = Being freed Crown of oak leaves = Heroism Black, red, and gold tricolour = Flag of the liberal-nationalists Rays of the rising sun = Beginning of a new era</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Veit’s earlier allegorical rendering, the crown was replaced by broken chains.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the inscription on Germania’s sword read?

    <p>The German sword protects the German Rhine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following states was ruled by an Italian princely house during the mid-19th century?

    <p>Sardinia-Piedmont</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By the mid-19th century, Italy was fully unified and politically stable.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the leader that took on the mantle of unifying the Italian states after the failure of earlier revolutions?

    <p>King Victor Emmanuel II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Giuseppe Mazzini formed a secret society called _____ for the purpose of unifying Italy.

    <p>Young Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following regions of Italy with their rulers in the mid-19th century:

    <p>North = Austrian Habsburgs Centre = The Pope South = Bourbon kings of Spain Sardinia-Piedmont = Italian princely house</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Giuseppe Mazzini's goals in the 1830s?

    <p>To create a unitary Italian Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Italy's language had a common form that was widespread by the mid-19th century.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the revolutionary uprisings that Giuseppe Mazzini was involved in during the 1830s and 1840s?

    <p>The uprisings of 1831 and 1848</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main influence of the events in France on Europe during the 1790s?

    <p>Establishment of Jacobin clubs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The French armies spread the idea of nationalism to Portugal and Spain during their campaigns.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one country that the French armies moved into during the 1790s.

    <p>Holland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Jacobin clubs were primarily set up by __________ and educated middle classes.

    <p>students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following regions with their respective influences or events during the 1790s:

    <p>Holland = French military campaigns Belgium = Spread of nationalism Switzerland = Jacobin clubs established Italy = Napoleonic influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions was NOT influenced by the French armies in the 1790s?

    <p>Sweden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Students were indifferent to the events occurring in France.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the French armies carry abroad during their campaigns?

    <p>The idea of nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ and other members of the educated middle class began setting up Jacobin clubs.

    <p>students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries did the French armies NOT occupy?

    <p>Poland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The initial response to events in France was widespread apathy among urban populations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant consequence of the French armies moving into Europe?

    <p>Spread of nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The activities of Jacobin clubs prepared the way for the French armies that moved into __________.

    <p>Belgium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following countries with the events associated with the French Revolutionary Wars:

    <p>Holland = Invasion by French armies Belgium = Introduction of nationalism Switzerland = Resistance to occupation Italy = Spread of revolutionary ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a guarantee of liberty in a nation-state?

    <p>A shared identity among citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The idea of nationalism emerged in the early 19th century with the French Revolution.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major event in 1789 contributed significantly to the idea of nationalism?

    <p>The French Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A ________ is a direct vote by which all the people of a region are asked to accept or reject a proposal.

    <p>plebiscite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of a nation, according to the definitions discussed?

    <p>A common history or descent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The existence of nations is considered unnecessary and a hindrance to liberty.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process is described as forging common identity among citizens in nation-states?

    <p>Struggles and actions of leaders and common people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Nationalism = The political principle of maintaining a national identity Plebiscite = A direct vote by citizens on a specific proposal Nation-state = A state whose citizens share a common identity Liberty = The state of being free within society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the customs union formed in 1834?

    <p>To abolish tariff barriers and facilitate trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An elle of textile material varied in measurement across different regions in Germany.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What economic measure was taken to stimulate national unification?

    <p>Creation of a network of railways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The customs union allowed the movement of goods, people, and ______.

    <p>capital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following German cities with their respective length of cloth (elle):

    <p>Frankfurt = 54.7 cm Mainz = 55.1 cm Nuremberg = 65.6 cm Freiburg = 53.5 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the new commercial classes argue for to overcome obstacles to economic growth?

    <p>Formation of a unified economic territory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The number of currencies in Germany decreased from over thirty to two after the customs union.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sentiment did the wave of economic nationalism aim to strengthen?

    <p>Nationalist sentiments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Section I: Events and Processes

    •  Images depict historical events and crowds, likely related to nationalism.
    •  "Rationalised 2023-24" suggests this is a revised or updated document.
    •  The document appears to be part of a larger educational resource, possibly a textbook or study guide for students.

    The Rise of Nationalism in Europe

    •  Frédéric Sorrieu's 1848 print showcases a utopian vision of a world with democratic republics—peoples from different nations offering homage to Liberty.
    •  The image includes shattered emblems of absolute monarchies, symbolic of the overthrow of old systems.
    •  The procession includes nations like the United States and Switzerland (already nation-states at the time), along with France, Austria, the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, Lombardy, Poland, etc
    •  The print visualizes a future based on democratic ideals.
    •  New words (absolutist, utopian), illustrating concepts critical to understanding this historical period.
    •  Activity prompts to help students analyze Sorrieu’s vision of a unified world.

    The French Revolution and the Idea of the Nation

    •  The French Revolution (1789) signified a shift in political power, transferring sovereignty from the monarchy to the citizens.
    •  The revolutionaries introduced national symbols, measures, and practices to foster unity and shared identity among the French people.
    •  Key concepts like ‘la patrie’ (fatherland) and 'le citoyen' (citizen) emphasized the idea of a unified community.
    •  The French flag, tricolour, replaced the old royal standard.
    •  The French Revolution was part of a wider global trend towards nationalism
    •  The French revolution aimed to liberate other peoples of Europe from despotism and help them to become nations.

    The Making of Nationalism in Europe

    •  In the 18th century, Europe was made up of many different regions and political units rather than nation-states.
    •  The concept of a nation-state emerging gradually and was a result of many struggles through the actions of leaders.
    •  A nation-state was a territory with a sense of shared identity & history among citizens, not just the rulers.
    •  Nationalism emerged as a driving force in the 19th century, leading to significant political changes.
    •  The aristocracy and the new middle class played critical roles in the rise of nationalism, driving economic and social change.
    •  Conservatism emerged as a response to the upheavals of the French Revolution and other social and political changes of the 19th century. Conservatives aimed to preserve traditional institutions like monarchy, the church, social hierarchies and property.

    The Age of Revolutions: 1830-1848

    •  The years following 1815 saw the rise of liberal nationalism in Europe.
    •  Secret societies sprung up to spread and train revolutionaries.
    •  Nationalist sentiments were widespread among the educated middle class.
    •  The French Revolution (July 1830) led to the overthrow of the Bourbon kings and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy.
    •  The Greek War of Independence (1821-1829) saw Greek nationalists and other Europeans fight for Greek independence.
    •  Romanticism was a significant cultural movement emphasizing emotion, intuition, and the uniqueness of national character.
    •  Romantic artists and poets contributed significantly to creating a sense of shared national identity through folk songs, poetry, and folk culture.

    Visualising the Nation

    •  Artists created visual representations of nations in the 18th and 19th centuries.
    •  Important figures like Marianne (France) and Germania (Germany) were visual representations of nations.
    •  Symbols such as flags, colours, and emblems were used to construct and convey national identities.

    The Making of Germany and Italy

    •  Otto von Bismarck, Prussia's chief minister, was a key figure in German unification, using Prussia's military strength to unite German states.
    •  The process involved wars against Austria, Denmark, and France.
    •  Italy's unification was driven by conservative rulers, aided by figures like Camillo Benso count of Cavour and Giuseppe Garibaldi
    •  Italy's unification was a long and complex process involving conflicts among various states and regions, and was marked by the rivalry between the nationalistic ideas of Mazzini and Cavour.

    Nationalism and Imperialism

    •  Nationalism evolved towards greater intolerance among nations, particularly in the Balkans, leading to conflicts, and often aligned with imperialistic designs.
    •  The Balkans were a site of intense nationalistic conflicts and rivalry, with competing claims to territory and resources.

    Additional Information

    •  The document is likely part of a larger educational resource, possibly a history textbook.
    •  Activities and images are included to engage students with the material.

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