The Balance of Power: Europe, 1492-1914

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1. The first exploration into the New World was certainly a multinational effort; navigators traditionally came from the Italian states and were hired by other nations. Which of the following does *not* match correctly an exploring nation with its primary motives before 1600? France - Religion, trade Portugal - Religion, gold Spain - Religion, gold England - Trade, gold

2. Although the decline of Spanish naval supremacy was a gradual process, it can be exemplified by the defeat of the armada in 1588. This defeat foreshadowed the naval ascendency of which other nation? Britain Denmark France USA

3. The War of the Spanish Succession, the War of the Austrian Succession, and the Seven Years' War all occurred during the 18th century. Which country was the definitive winner in all of them? None of these France Britain Prussia

4. The Seven Years' War has been called the first "world war." Why is this? It included most of the dominant nations at the time Neither of these It occurred in various theaters throughout the world Both of these

5. The new political thinking emerging in Europe and its colonies during the late 18th century favored which of the following? Increased power of the monarchy International cooperation between monarchies to help retain power The use of colonies as homes for minority groups Liberty and equality

6. In the first decade of the 19th century, power rapidly concentrated on mainland Europe in the hands of which nation? Prussia/Germany Austria Italy France

7. In the Congress of Vienna in 1815, European nations sought to do what? Redefine national boundaries to support ethnic groups Prevent an Austrian resurgence by limiting it economically Consolidate the power of the monarchies to prevent uprisings similar to the French Revolution End all international tensions to form a union which could stand against eastern nations

8. Noticeable reactions against the Congress of Vienna were most prevalent in what year? 1854 1835 1848 1861

9. The greatest alteration of the balance of power occurred with what event? The unification of Italy The death of Czar Alexander II The ascension of Napoleon III The unification of Germany

10. Which of the following was NOT a major cause of World War I? Alliances intended to preserve the balance of power Nationalist movements Weakening of monarchies and dynasties Anglo-German tension