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 England - Trade, gold Spain - Religion, gold Portugal - Religion, 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 Both of these It occurred in various theaters throughout the world Neither of these

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

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? 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 Redefine national boundaries to support ethnic groups

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

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

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