CBSE Class 10 Social Science · Ch 1: The Rise of Nationalism in Europe

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Difficulty: 3 easy · 7 medium · 20 hard

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1. Q1. By the 1870s nationalism in Europe no longer carried the liberal-democratic spirit of its early phase and instead became a cause of tension. Which situation best explains why the Balkans became a region of intense conflict among European powers?

   • A. The Great Powers had completely withdrawn all interest from south-eastern Europe
   • B. Rival Balkan nationalities and jealous Great Powers competed for territory as Ottoman power declined
   • C. The region had no history of different ethnic groups or Slav nationalities
   • D. All Balkan peoples peacefully merged into a single contented nation
   Solution

   As Ottoman control weakened, rival Balkan nationalities and the big European powers competed for territory and influence, making the region a hotspot of rivalry.

2. Q2. Identify the 'odd one out' from the following measures introduced by Napoleon that carried revolutionary ideas into the territories he controlled.

   • A. Abolition of birth-based privileges
   • B. The right to property secured by the Civil Code
   • C. Restoration of feudal dues and manorial burdens on peasants
   • D. Equality before the law for all citizens
   Solution

   The Napoleonic Code abolished privileges and simplified laws, but reimposing feudal dues and the manorial system went against the reforms, so it is the odd one out.

3. Q3. Which of the following statements about the growth of nationalism in Britain are correct? (1) The United Kingdom was formed as a result of the sudden revolution of the English people. (2) The Act of Union of 1707 between England and Scotland formed the 'United Kingdom of Great Britain'. (3) Ireland was forcibly incorporated into the United Kingdom in 1801. (4) Symbols of the new British nation, such as the national flag and anthem, were actively promoted.

   • A. 1, 2 and 4
   • B. 2, 3 and 4
   • C. 1, 2 and 3
   • D. 1, 3 and 4
   Solution

   British nationalism grew gradually, not through a sudden revolution, so statement 1 is wrong while 2, 3 and 4 correctly describe the process.

4. Q4. A nineteenth-century artist wishes to represent the German nation as a strong, united figure. According to the conventions described in the chapter, which attribute would she include to show the nation's readiness to fight for freedom and its strength?

   • A. A crown of oak leaves, since German oak stands for heroism
   • B. A broken chain alone, with no other symbol
   • C. A red Phrygian cap, the symbol of the French Republic
   • D. The Union Jack draped over her shoulders
   Solution

   Germania was personified wearing a crown of oak leaves, as German oak stands for heroism, and often carried a sword symbolising readiness to fight.

5. Q5. The year 1848 is often called the 'year of revolutions' in Europe. In France, what major political change resulted from the revolt of that year?

   • A. The monarch abdicated and a Republic based on universal male suffrage was proclaimed
   • B. France was divided into several independent city-states
   • C. A customs union like the Zollverein was formed
   • D. The Bourbon dynasty was permanently restored to absolute power
   Solution

   The 1848 revolt in France forced the abdication of the monarch and led to the proclamation of a Republic based on universal male suffrage.

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