Italy at turn of 20th Century Flashcards
1
Q
Why did Unification cause problems for Italy?
A
Weak Military
Poverty
Disgruntled Church, not willing to contribute to new state
2
Q
Define Absolute Rule
A
Rules one person, eg. monarch not restricted by laws
3
Q
Define Constitutional Monarchy
A
(our system) Form of government where monarch acts as head of state within a constitution
Not alone in making decisions
4
Q
Define Nationalism
A
Believes their country is better than others- extreme patriarchy
5
Q
What were Mazzini’s issues with Unification?
A
Italy has been created- but not Italians
Needed foreign support
Wish of ‘Liberal Elite’
