German History Quiz: 1815-1871

What was the Zollverein's impact on Germany?

• It had great impaction promoting nationalism.

• It decreased economic cooperation.

• It reduced cultural development.

• It led to political isolation.

What was Metternich's stance towards nationalism and liberalism?

• He supported both.

• He was indifferent.

• He opposed both.

• He promoted liberalism only.

What led to social and economic discontent by 1848?

• Effective housing policies.

• Recognition of the French revolution.

• Stable employment and high wages.

• Decreased population.

What was the outcome of the Humiliation of Olmutz for Prussia?

• Prussia increased its military.

• Prussia led a new unified Germany.

• Prussia demobilized its military.

• Prussia expanded its territory.

What was the result of the Austro-Prussian War?

• Formation of the South German Confederation.

• Defeat of Prussia.

• Creation of the North German Confederation.

• Austria gained dominance over Prussia.

Why did France and Prussia go to war?

• Because of Bismarck's manipulation of the Ems Telegram.

• Due to a peaceful negotiation failure.

• Prussia's unprovoked attack on France.

• Napoleon III's personal dislike of Bismarck.

How did Bismarck ensure that foreign powers would not intervene in the wars?

• By forming alliances with all major powers.

• By keeping France neutral during the Austro-Prussian war.

• By threatening other countries.

• By isolating Prussia diplomatically.

What was a major reason for the successful unification in 1871 compared to 1848-49?

• Allied support in 1848-49.

• Economic downturn in 1848-49.

• Bismarck's absence in 1848-49.

• Lack of military strength in 1848-49.

What was the role of the North German Confederation?

• It was a military alliance against Austria.

• It included all German states.

• It was led by Austria.

• It was dominated by Prussia.

What was a direct consequence of the Franco-Prussian War?

• Prussia was defeated.

• France gained territory.

• Creation of the North German Confederation.

• Bismarck resigned.