Prussian Unification and Bismarck's Policies

The video explains the transformation of the German Confederation into modern-day Germany. It covers the role of Prussia, led by King Wilhelm and supported by the Yonkers, and the influence of Otto von Bismarck, who advocated for Realpolitik. The video details the wars that led to German unification, including the Seven Weeks War and the Franco-Prussian War, and discusses the impact on European powers. The formation of Germany disrupted the balance of power established by the Congress of Vienna.

What was the German Confederation?

• A single unified German state

• A group of 39 allied German states

• A military alliance between Germany and Austria

• A trade agreement among European countries

Who was the ruler of Prussia during its rise to power?

• Frederick the Great

• Otto von Bismarck

• Kaiser Wilhelm

• Napoleon Bonaparte

What was the role of the Yonkers in Prussian society?

• They were military generals

• They were conservative wealthy landowners

• They were liberal reformers

• They were foreign diplomats

What political philosophy did Otto von Bismarck advocate?

• Liberalism

• Isolationism

• Realpolitik

• Socialism

What was the main goal of Bismarck's realpolitik?

• To maintain Prussia's power and strength

• To promote peace in Europe

• To expand trade with neighboring countries

• To establish a democratic government

Which war led to the unification of eastern and western Prussia?

• The Napoleonic Wars

• The Seven Weeks War

• The Franco-Prussian War

• The Crimean War

What was the outcome of the Franco-Prussian War?

• Austria became the dominant power in Europe

• Prussia took over a part of France

• Prussia was divided into smaller states

• France gained territory from Prussia

How did the unification of Germany affect the balance of power in Europe?

• It strengthened Austria and Russia

• It weakened Britain and France

• It eliminated the balance of power established by the Congress of Vienna

• It led to the rise of Italy as a major power

Which countries were considered the major powers after the Congress of Vienna?

• Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland

• Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Romania

• Austria, Prussia, Britain, France, and Russia

• Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Greece

What was the main goal of the Congress of Vienna?

• To promote economic growth in Europe

• To establish a balance of power among European nations

• To create a unified European government

• To expand colonial territories