Bismarck and the Unification of Germany Quiz

Why was Bismarck appointed as Minister President of Prussia in 1862?

• Due to a political crisis in Prussia

• Due to his military achievements

• Due to his diplomatic skills

• Due to his economic reforms

What was Bismarck's policy of 'Realpolitik' about?

• Advocating for pacifism

• Taking a hard look at national interests

• Promoting democracy

• Supporting socialism

What was the outcome of the war between Prussia and Austria in 1866?

• Austria annexed Prussian territories

• Austria gained control over Schleswig and Holstein

• The German Confederation was dissolved

• Prussia became a part of Austria

What was the significance of the Austro-Prussian War of 1866?

• It resulted in the unification of Germany

• It had no impact on the political landscape of Europe

• It led to the dissolution of the Austrian Empire

• It strengthened Austrian domination of Germany

Why was Bismarck considered a Junker?

• Due to his economic policies

• Due to his opposition to nationalism

• Due to his background as a Prussian aristocrat

• Due to his support for democracy

What was the main reason for Prussia's victory over Austria in 1866?

• Austrian military incompetence

• Geographical advantage of Prussia

• Foreign support for Prussia

• Prussian technological superiority

What was the long-term goal of Bismarck in relation to the Austrian-dominated Confederation?

• To strengthen Austrian influence

• To maintain the status quo

• To form an alliance with Austria

• To end Austrian domination

What was the domestic outcome of the war with Austria in 1866?

• Increased liberal opposition to Bismarck

• No change in public opinion

• Greater approval for Bismarck's virtual dictatorship

• Weakening of Bismarck's power

What was the 'gap theory' devised by Bismarck?

• A plan to bridge the gap between Prussia and Austria

• A strategy to bypass parliament and collect taxes without consent

• A diplomatic approach to resolve conflicts with Denmark

• A proposal for economic reforms

What was the outcome of the unification of Germany in 1871?

• Prussia lost control over the German states

• Prussia dominated the newly unified Germany

• Austria became the leader of the unified Germany

• Germany remained fragmented