The Rise Of Piedmont

Question 0

Explain why the national society was formed in 1857?

Answer 0

The encouragement from Cavour
The small size of them society reflects its narrow appeal
The role of Daniel Marin and the influence he had over Italy

Question 1

Explain why Cavour wanted to bring about the modernisation of Piedmont

Answer 1

He wanted to attract support from other party of Italy and bring them under his leadership
He was a political liberal who believed that a constitutional monarchy was the best way forward
He was an economic liberal who got much of his support from businessmen who want economic progress

Question 2

Explain how the modernisation helped piedmont

Answer 2

New liberal ways bring about support from Britian
Gain influence in Italy which allows piedmont to be seen as a major power
Set an example, desirable for liberals
Anti clerical

Question 3

Why did Cavour attend the Paris peace conference in 1856?

Answer 3

Close relationship with Britain
Looking for a closer relationship with France
Wanted to gain respect abroad while modernising
Lessons learnt from the 1848-9 revolutions