German and Italian Unification Review

Which statement best describes Germany before unification?

• Germany was one large, united empire.

• Germany was made up of small states with separate rulers.

• Germany was ruled by France.

• Germany was fully controlled by Austria.

What did German nationalism emphasize?

• Religious unity.

• Uniting people with the same language and culture.

• Loyalty to Austria.

• A desire to remain separate.

Why was Prussia important to German unification?

• Prussia was the smallest German state.

• Prussia had a strong army and government.

• Prussia wanted to remain independent.

• Prussia opposed Otto von Bismarck.

What was Otto von Bismarck’s main strategy for unification?

• Peaceful negotiations.

• Idealistic ideas.

• Using war and diplomacy.

• Support from Austria.

What was the result of the Franco-Prussian War?

• France defeated Prussia.

• Southern German states joined the North German Confederation.

• Austria gained more power.

• Prussia lost control of northern Germany.

What role did Wilhelm I play in German unification?

• He led the Prussian army in the wars.

• He became the first German emperor.

• He opposed Otto von Bismarck.

• He was king of Austria.

What was one effect of German unification?

• It ended nationalism in Europe.

• It created a strong and powerful Germany.

• It brought peace between Germany and France.

• It weakened the German economy.

Which of the following describes Italy before unification?

• Italy was ruled by one powerful king.

• Italy was divided into states controlled by foreign powers.

• Italy had no shared language or culture.

• Italy was united under the Catholic Church.

What did Italian nationalism encourage?

• Fighting for foreign powers.

• Creating a united country based on shared culture.

• Staying loyal to Austria.

• Avoiding conflict with France.

What was Giuseppe Mazzini’s main contribution to unification?

• He defeated Austria in battle.

• He inspired Italians with his vision of a united republic.

• He became Italy’s first king.

• He allied with France.