Review Questions - 2024

**Review questions** Exam date: Wednesday October 23^rd^ 2024. **Nationalism Challenge Conservative Power** 1. What were the main causes of the Greek War of Independence? 2. How did the Congress of Vienna attempt to maintain peace and stability in Europe? 3. What were the primary goals o...

**Review questions** Exam date: Wednesday October 23^rd^ 2024. **Nationalism Challenge Conservative Power** 1. What were the main causes of the Greek War of Independence? 2. How did the Congress of Vienna attempt to maintain peace and stability in Europe? 3. What were the primary goals of the liberals and nationalists during the Revolutions of 1848? 4. Why did the Revolutions of 1848 ultimately fail to achieve their objectives? 5. What were the long-term consequences of the nationalist uprisings in Europe during this period? **Radicals Change France** 1. What events led to the downfall of King Charles X and the establishment of the July Monarchy? 2. How did the divisions within the French government contribute to the instability of the Second Republic? 3. What were the main reasons for the French people\'s acceptance of Napoleon III as emperor? 4. Describe the economic policies implemented by Napoleon III and their impact on France. 5. Compare and contrast the reigns of Louis-Philippe and Napoleon III in terms of their leadership styles and impact on France. **Reform in Russia** 6. Describe the conditions of serfs in Russia during the 19th century. 7. How did the Crimean War contribute to the decision to reform Russia? 8. What were the main problems with the emancipation of the serfs? 9. How did the assassination of Alexander II affect the pace of reform in Russia? 10. What role did nationalism play in Russia\'s development during the 19th century? **Understanding Nationalism** 1. What is the basic definition of nationalism? 2. How can nationalism be a force for positive change? 3. What are some negative consequences of nationalism? 4. Can you provide examples of nationalism from different regions of the world? 5. How has nationalism evolved over time? **Nationalism shakes aging empires** 1. What were the main ethnic groups within the Austrian, Russian, and Ottoman Empires? 2. How did nationalism challenge the unity of these empires? 3. What were the consequences of the Austro-Prussian War for the Austrian Empire? 4. How did the policy of Russification contribute to the downfall of the Russian Empire? 5. What were the main factors leading to the breakup of the Ottoman Empire? **Nationalism in the Austro-Hungarian Empire** 1. What were the main ethnic groups within the Austro-Hungarian Empire? 2. 3. What was the policy of Magyarization and how did it contribute to ethnic tensions? 4. What was the significance of the Austro-Hungarian Compromise? 5. What were the factors that led to the eventual collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire? **Understanding Nationalism in Germany and Italy** 1. What is the definition of nationalism? 2. How did nationalism contribute to the unification of Germany and Italy? 3. What were the key figures and events in the unification of Germany? 4. What were the challenges faced by Italian nationalists in achieving unification? 5. How did nationalism shape the development of Germany and Italy in the 19th century? **Motives for Imperial Expansion** 1. What were the primary economic motives for imperial expansion? 2. How did nationalism contribute to the desire for colonies? 3. What was the \"White Man\'s Burden,\" and how did it justify imperialism? 4. Why were strategic locations important for imperial powers? 5. What were the consequences of imperialism for colonized peoples and the world?