18 Questions
Which country was strengthened by the addition of Genoa?
The Kingdom of Sardinia
Which countries were united to form the Kingdom of the Netherlands?
The former Austrian Netherlands and Dutch Republic
Which nation was recognized as an independent nation?
Switzerland
Which countries were considered the 'great powers' at the Congress of Vienna?
Russia, Prussia, Austria, Great Britain, and France
What was the main goal of the Congress of Vienna?
To establish long-lasting peace and stability in Europe
What were Metternich's three goals at the Congress of Vienna?
To prevent future French aggression, restore a balance of power, and restore Europe's royal families to the thrones
What was the principle of legitimacy affirmed by the great powers at the Congress of Vienna?
The return of the former monarchs to power
What did the leaders of Europe want to avoid by not severely punishing France?
Encouraging the French to take revenge
What was the result of the changes made by the Congress of Vienna in Europe?
France remained a major but diminished power
Which country had a constitutional monarchy after the Congress of Vienna?
France
Which region had more conservative governments after the Congress of Vienna?
Eastern and Central Europe
Who were the absolute monarchs after the Congress of Vienna?
The rulers of Russia, Prussia, and Austria
Which three rulers signed the Holy Alliance in 1815?
Czar Alexander I, Emperor Francis I of Austria, and King Frederick William III of Prussia
What was the purpose of the Holy Alliance?
To base their relations with other nations on Christian principles in order to combat the forces of revolution
What was the name of the series of alliances devised by Metternich to ensure nations would help one another if any revolutions broke out?
Concert of Europe
Which group attempted to regain control of the colonial governments in the Americas after the Spanish king was restored to the throne?
The peninsulares
Which country's control did the Mexicans successfully throw off in their revolt?
Spain
Which event changed the social attitudes and assumptions that had dominated Europe for centuries?
The French Revolution
Test your knowledge on the Congress of Vienna and the establishment of collective security and stability in Europe after the defeat of Napoleon. Explore the key policies and decisions made during this important series of meetings in Vienna.
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