Liberalism and Nationalism in Germany, 1815-1871 Flashcards
What year did the Congress of Vienna take place?
1814
True or False: The Congress of Vienna aimed to restore the pre-Napoleonic order in Europe.
True
What ideology emphasized national self-determination and the unification of German states?
Nationalism
Fill in the blank: The ________ movement in the early 19th century sought to unify the German states.
nationalist
Who was a prominent advocate for German unification and liberalism in the mid-19th century?
Otto von Bismarck
What was the primary goal of liberal movements in Germany during the 19th century?
To establish constitutional government and civil liberties.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a significant event leading to German unification? A) The Frankfurt Assembly B) The Congress of Vienna C) The Crimean War
A) The Frankfurt Assembly
True or False: The Frankfurt Assembly of 1848 was successful in unifying Germany.
False
What was the significance of the Zollverein established in 1834?
It created a customs union among German states, promoting economic unity.
Fill in the blank: The 1866 Austro-Prussian War resulted in the exclusion of ________ from German affairs.
Austria
What was the outcome of the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871)?
The unification of Germany under Prussian leadership.
Who was the King of Prussia during the unification of Germany?
Wilhelm I
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a factor in German nationalism? A) Cultural movements B) Economic interests C) Colonial expansion
C) Colonial expansion
True or False: Liberalism in Germany was primarily concerned with the rights of the monarch.
False
What role did the Burschenschaften play in German nationalism?
They were student associations that promoted German unity and liberal ideas.
Fill in the blank: The ________ of 1848 was a series of revolutions across Europe, including Germany.
Springtime of Nations
What was the main demand of the German liberals during the 1848 revolutions?
A unified German state with a constitution.
Multiple Choice: Which treaty recognized the German Empire in 1871? A) Treaty of Versailles B) Treaty of Frankfurt C) Treaty of Tilsit
B) Treaty of Frankfurt
True or False: The unification of Germany was achieved solely through peaceful means.
False
What was the purpose of the National Assembly convened in Frankfurt in 1848?
To create a constitution for a unified Germany.
Fill in the blank: The ________ War of 1866 solidified Prussia’s dominance in German affairs.
Austro-Prussian
What ideology was primarily opposed to liberalism during the unification period?
Conservatism
Who led the Prussian military during the wars of German unification?
Helmuth von Moltke
Multiple Choice: The unification of Germany was officially proclaimed in which location? A) Berlin B) Versailles C) Frankfurt
B) Versailles
True or False: Nationalism in Germany was exclusively a middle-class movement.
False
What did the term ‘Grossdeutschland’ refer to in the context of German nationalism?
A unified Germany that included Austria.
Fill in the blank: The concept of ________ emphasized the cultural and linguistic unity of the German people.
Volksgeist
What was the impact of Romanticism on German nationalism?
It inspired a sense of national identity and pride in German culture.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following figures was associated with the conservative reaction against liberalism? A) Friedrich Ebert B) Klemens von Metternich C) Otto von Bismarck
B) Klemens von Metternich
True or False: The German Empire was established in 1871 after the victory over France.
True
What was the role of the Prussian Parliament in the unification process?
It supported Bismarck’s policies and military actions.
Fill in the blank: The ________ of 1864 marked the beginning of military conflicts that led to unification.
Danish War
What was the outcome of the Frankfurt Assembly in 1848?
It failed to achieve its goals and was dissolved.
Multiple Choice: Which ideology sought to limit the power of monarchs and promote civil rights in Germany? A) Liberalism B) Conservatism C) Socialism
A) Liberalism
True or False: The creation of the German Empire was a result of both diplomatic and military efforts.
True
What role did the German Confederation play in the unification process?
It was a loose association of German states that was ineffective in promoting unity.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was a secretive nationalist organization that aimed for German unity.
Carlsbad Decrees
What was the significance of the Treaty of Prague in 1866?
It established Prussian dominance over Germany and excluded Austria.
Multiple Choice: Which event is considered the final step in the unification of Germany? A) The Austro-Prussian War B) The Franco-Prussian War C) The Frankfurt Assembly
B) The Franco-Prussian War
True or False: The idea of a ‘kleindeutschland’ excluded Austria from a unified Germany.
True
What was the primary goal of the National Liberal Party formed in 1867?
To support Bismarck’s policies and promote liberal reforms.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was a series of uprisings in 1848 that spread across Europe, including Germany.
Revolutions
What was the impact of the 1871 unification on the balance of power in Europe?
It shifted the balance of power significantly in favor of Germany.