Age of Revolutions in Europe — Unit test Answers

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When the National Assembly broke off from the Estates-General, what was the assembly’s intent?

A
to achieve genuine government reform
B
to start a revolution
C
to demand the separation of church and state
D
to create a constitutional monarchy
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Which of these civil liberties was limited under the Napoleonic Code?

A
freedom of speech
B
freedom of religion
C
equality before the law
D
protection of private property.
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What is the most likely reason Bismarck was named chancellor when King Wilhelm I became kaiser of Germany?

A
Wilhelm wanted to reward Bismarck, who was largely responsible for German unification.
B
Wilhelm did not want Bismarck to have as much power as he had when he was prime minister.
C
Wilhelm feared Bismarck would turn against Germany if he did not receive a position of power in the new government.
D
Wilhelm knew Bismarck was popular with both liberals and conservatives, which would help unite the empire.
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What was the most significant thing about Napoleon’s new constitution?

A
It wasn’t voted on by the people.
B
It incorporated many democratic ideals.
C
It gave Napoleon full control of government.
D
It was voted on and rejected by the people.
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Read the quotation from Jean-Jacques Rousseau about political inequality.This latter consists of the different privileges, which some men enjoy to the prejudice of others; such as that of being more rich, more honored, more powerful or even in a position to exact obedience.Which segment of the Old Regime enjoyed the privilege of wealth, but not the privileges of honor, power, and social position?

A
the clergy
B
the peasants
C
the aristocracy
D
the bourgeoisie

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