History 14/15 explained like gossip Flashcards
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What were people tired of that led to the rise of Liberalism?
Kings and queens bossing them around
What did the rise of Nationalism express a desire for?
To have their own country instead of being ruled by foreign kings
What was the outcome of most revolts during the 1830s and 1840s?
Most revolts flopped as rulers maintained control
Which country successfully established a new government during the revolutions of the 1830s and 1840s?
France
What was the Frankfurt Assembly’s main goal?
To unite Germany and create a constitution
Who was offered the crown during the Frankfurt Assembly?
The Prussian king
What was the Prussian king’s response to the offer of the crown?
He said NO to democracy
What conflict showcased Russia’s weakness in the 19th century?
The Crimean War
What did Britain and France do in response to Russia’s ambitions in the Crimean War?
They intervened to prevent Russia from taking land
Who led the successful slave revolt in Haiti?
Toussaint Louverture
What was significant about Haiti under Toussaint Louverture?
It became the first free Black republic
Who started a revolution in Mexico against Spanish rule?
Miguel Hidalgo
Who was responsible for liberating several South American countries?
Jose de San Martin
What was Otto von Bismarck known for in the context of German unification?
Being manipulative and strategic, using nationalism
What significant political maneuver did Bismarck use to unite Germany?
He tricked France into a war
What was one major negative aspect of the Industrial Revolution?
Horrific working conditions
Fill in the blank: The _______ was an invention that allowed for mass production in factories.
Assembly Line
What was the U.S. pursuing during its era of imperialism?
More land and territories
Which territories did the U.S. acquire after fighting Spain?
Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines
What doctrine did the U.S. use to assert its influence in the Americas?
Monroe Doctrine
What was the Balkan Crisis known for in the lead-up to World War I?
Intense regional instability and conflict
What major transformation did Japan undergo in the 19th century?
From isolation to industrialization and military power
Who were the winners of the era according to the final thought?
Britain, Germany, U.S., Japan
Who were the losers of the era according to the final thought?
Russia, Austria-Hungary, Ottoman Empire
