Causation: 19th-Century Perspectives and Political Developments - AP European History
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Identify the 19th-century policy that aimed to expand a country's power and influence.
Identify the 19th-century policy that aimed to expand a country's power and influence.
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Imperialism. European powers sought global markets and territorial dominance.
Imperialism. European powers sought global markets and territorial dominance.
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What was the primary effect of the Industrial Revolution on European politics?
What was the primary effect of the Industrial Revolution on European politics?
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Rise of industrial capitalism. Created new social classes and altered traditional power structures.
Rise of industrial capitalism. Created new social classes and altered traditional power structures.
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What was the main outcome of the 1867 Austro-Hungarian Compromise?
What was the main outcome of the 1867 Austro-Hungarian Compromise?
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Formation of Austria-Hungary. Created dual monarchy to satisfy Hungarian nationalist demands.
Formation of Austria-Hungary. Created dual monarchy to satisfy Hungarian nationalist demands.
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Which 19th-century figure is associated with the Communist Manifesto?
Which 19th-century figure is associated with the Communist Manifesto?
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Karl Marx. Developed revolutionary theory of class struggle and socialist economics.
Karl Marx. Developed revolutionary theory of class struggle and socialist economics.
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Identify the 19th-century policy that aimed to expand a country's power and influence.
Identify the 19th-century policy that aimed to expand a country's power and influence.
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Imperialism. European powers sought global markets and territorial dominance.
Imperialism. European powers sought global markets and territorial dominance.
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Which 19th-century empire was referred to as the 'sick man of Europe'?
Which 19th-century empire was referred to as the 'sick man of Europe'?
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Ottoman Empire. Declining power created power vacuum in southeastern Europe.
Ottoman Empire. Declining power created power vacuum in southeastern Europe.
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Which 19th-century event marked the end of serfdom in Russia?
Which 19th-century event marked the end of serfdom in Russia?
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Emancipation Reform of 1861. Tsar Alexander II freed millions from feudal bondage system.
Emancipation Reform of 1861. Tsar Alexander II freed millions from feudal bondage system.
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What was the main aim of the 19th-century Zionist movement?
What was the main aim of the 19th-century Zionist movement?
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Establish a Jewish homeland. Response to anti-Semitism and desire for national self-determination.
Establish a Jewish homeland. Response to anti-Semitism and desire for national self-determination.
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Which 19th-century political ideology focused on the welfare of the working class?
Which 19th-century political ideology focused on the welfare of the working class?
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Socialism. Advocated government intervention to protect laborers from exploitation.
Socialism. Advocated government intervention to protect laborers from exploitation.
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What was the primary focus of 19th-century Romanticism?
What was the primary focus of 19th-century Romanticism?
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Emotion and individualism. Cultural movement reacting against Enlightenment rationalism and order.
Emotion and individualism. Cultural movement reacting against Enlightenment rationalism and order.
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Which 19th-century figure is associated with the concept of utilitarianism?
Which 19th-century figure is associated with the concept of utilitarianism?
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Jeremy Bentham. Promoted 'greatest happiness for greatest number' principle in policy.
Jeremy Bentham. Promoted 'greatest happiness for greatest number' principle in policy.
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What was the main goal of the 19th-century British Reform Acts?
What was the main goal of the 19th-century British Reform Acts?
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Expand suffrage. Gradually extended voting rights to broader segments of society.
Expand suffrage. Gradually extended voting rights to broader segments of society.
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Which 19th-century social class grew due to industrialization?
Which 19th-century social class grew due to industrialization?
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Middle class. Industrial wealth created new political and economic influence.
Middle class. Industrial wealth created new political and economic influence.
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What was a major cause of the 19th-century Irish Potato Famine?
What was a major cause of the 19th-century Irish Potato Famine?
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Potato blight. Agricultural disease devastated Ireland's primary food source.
Potato blight. Agricultural disease devastated Ireland's primary food source.
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Which 19th-century ideology emphasized the importance of community and cooperation?
Which 19th-century ideology emphasized the importance of community and cooperation?
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Socialism. Stressed collective welfare over individual competitive advantage.
Socialism. Stressed collective welfare over individual competitive advantage.
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What is the term for the 19th-century movement towards the abolition of slavery?
What is the term for the 19th-century movement towards the abolition of slavery?
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Abolitionism. Moral crusade against human bondage gained international momentum.
Abolitionism. Moral crusade against human bondage gained international momentum.
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Which 19th-century empire was referred to as the 'sick man of Europe'?
Which 19th-century empire was referred to as the 'sick man of Europe'?
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Ottoman Empire. Declining power created power vacuum in southeastern Europe.
Ottoman Empire. Declining power created power vacuum in southeastern Europe.
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What was the economic doctrine advocating minimal government intervention in the 19th century?
What was the economic doctrine advocating minimal government intervention in the 19th century?
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Laissez-faire. Economic liberalism opposing government regulation of markets.
Laissez-faire. Economic liberalism opposing government regulation of markets.
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Which 19th-century figure is known for unifying Germany through warfare?
Which 19th-century figure is known for unifying Germany through warfare?
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Otto von Bismarck. Used 'blood and iron' policy to achieve German political unity.
Otto von Bismarck. Used 'blood and iron' policy to achieve German political unity.
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What is the term for the 19th-century belief in racial superiority and imperial expansion?
What is the term for the 19th-century belief in racial superiority and imperial expansion?
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Social Darwinism. Applied evolutionary theory to justify racial hierarchies and imperialism.
Social Darwinism. Applied evolutionary theory to justify racial hierarchies and imperialism.
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Identify the slogan that encapsulates the goals of the French Revolution.
Identify the slogan that encapsulates the goals of the French Revolution.
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Liberty, Equality, Fraternity. Revolutionary ideals that inspired democratic movements across Europe.
Liberty, Equality, Fraternity. Revolutionary ideals that inspired democratic movements across Europe.
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What was the significance of the Dreyfus Affair in France?
What was the significance of the Dreyfus Affair in France?
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Exposed anti-Semitism and divided public opinion. Revealed deep-seated prejudice and weakened French national unity.
Exposed anti-Semitism and divided public opinion. Revealed deep-seated prejudice and weakened French national unity.
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Which two countries were involved in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871?
Which two countries were involved in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871?
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France and Prussia. Bismarck used conflict to complete German unification under Prussia.
France and Prussia. Bismarck used conflict to complete German unification under Prussia.
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What was the primary focus of the 19th-century Chartist movement in Britain?
What was the primary focus of the 19th-century Chartist movement in Britain?
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Political reforms and suffrage. Working-class movement demanded democratic participation in government.
Political reforms and suffrage. Working-class movement demanded democratic participation in government.
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Which 19th-century figure is associated with the Communist Manifesto?
Which 19th-century figure is associated with the Communist Manifesto?
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Karl Marx. Developed revolutionary theory of class struggle and socialist economics.
Karl Marx. Developed revolutionary theory of class struggle and socialist economics.
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Which 19th-century political ideology advocated for the abolition of monarchy?
Which 19th-century political ideology advocated for the abolition of monarchy?
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Republicanism. Promoted popular sovereignty and rejection of hereditary rule.
Republicanism. Promoted popular sovereignty and rejection of hereditary rule.
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Identify the political doctrine that emphasizes the importance of the nation and national identity.
Identify the political doctrine that emphasizes the importance of the nation and national identity.
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Nationalism. United ethnic groups seeking self-determination and independence.
Nationalism. United ethnic groups seeking self-determination and independence.
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Name the political strategy that involves manipulation for practical ends.
Name the political strategy that involves manipulation for practical ends.
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Realpolitik. Politics based on practical considerations rather than moral ideals.
Realpolitik. Politics based on practical considerations rather than moral ideals.
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Who was the leading figure in Italian unification?
Who was the leading figure in Italian unification?
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Giuseppe Garibaldi. Led military campaigns that created the Kingdom of Italy.
Giuseppe Garibaldi. Led military campaigns that created the Kingdom of Italy.
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What was the primary aim of the Frankfurt Assembly in 1848?
What was the primary aim of the Frankfurt Assembly in 1848?
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Unify German states. Liberal assembly sought constitutional monarchy for unified Germany.
Unify German states. Liberal assembly sought constitutional monarchy for unified Germany.
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