The 1848 European Revolutions: Key Events and Figures

The video explores the impact of the French Revolution and Napoleon on Europe, leading to the rise of liberal and nationalist movements. Economic hardships and social unrest set the stage for the 1848 revolutions across Europe. Despite initial successes, counter-revolutionary forces regained control, but the revolutions left a lasting legacy, influencing future political and social changes.

Who was elected President of the French Republic after the 1848 revolution?

• Louis-Philippe

• Emmanuel Macron

• Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte

• Charles de Gaulle

Who is considered the architect of the conservative order established after Napoleon's defeat?

• Prince Klemens von Metternich

• Louis-Philippe

• Franz Joseph

• Napoleon Bonaparte

What was the main goal of liberals across Europe during the period leading up to the 1848 revolutions?

• To maintain the status quo

• To establish monarchies across Europe

• To support the spread of serfdom

• To seek personal freedoms and civil rights

What was the response of French Prime Minister François Guizot to demands for wider suffrage?

• He expanded voting rights

• He resigned immediately

• He implemented reforms

• He suggested people should 'get rich'

Which country's revolution in 1848 was sparked by disastrous agrarian reforms?

• Germany

• France

• Italy

• The Kingdom of the Two Sicilies

Which city's workers and students forced Chancellor Metternich into exile?

• Milan

• Vienna

• Berlin

• Paris

What was the stance of Emperor Nicholas of Russia towards the revolutions?

• He remained neutral

• He was indifferent and took no action

• He supported liberal reforms

• He opposed any reforms

What was the primary reason for the failure of the 1848 revolutions to achieve lasting change?

• Support from the United States

• Effective counter-revolutionary forces

• Economic prosperity

• Lack of popular support

What was the outcome of the 1848 revolutions in the German states?

• Establishment of a republic

• Successful unification of Germany

• Complete failure with no changes

• Limited constitutional reforms

Which two countries' unification was indirectly influenced by the events of 1848?

• Russia and Poland

• Austria and Hungary

• Germany and Italy

• France and Spain