Unit Test: The Rise of Nationalism in Europe | Social Studies (SST) Class 10 PDF Download

Time: 1 hour

M.M. 30

Attempt all questions.

• Question numbers 1 to 5 carry 1 mark each.
• Question numbers 6 to 8 carry 2 marks each.
• Question numbers  9 to 11 carry 3 marks each.
• Question number 12 & 13 carry 5 marks each

Q1: Which of the following events played a significant role in promoting nationalism in Europe during the 19th century?  (1 Mark)
(a) Renaissance
(b) Industrial Revolution
(c) French Revolution
(d) American Civil War

Q2: Which ideology was instrumental in uniting the people of Germany and Italy into nation-states?  (1 Mark)
(a) Fascism
(b) Capitalism
(c) Liberalism
(d) Conservatism

Q3: The concept of 'nation' during the rise of nationalism is closely related to:  (1 Mark)
(a) Religion
(b) Language
(c) Ethnicity
(d) All of the above

Q4: Name the important nationalist leader of Italy who played a crucial role in the unification of the country.  (1 Mark)

Q5: Which two European nations were formed as a result of nationalistic movements?  (1 Mark)

Q6: What were the consequences of the disintegration of empires in Europe during the 19th century?  (2 Marks)

Q7: How did the idea of nationalism differ in the 19th and 20th centuries?  (2 Marks)

Q8: Explain one way in which the idea of nationalism contributed to the growth of democratic principles in Europe.  (2 Marks)

Q9: Describe the impact of the French Revolution on the spread of nationalism in Europe.  (3 Marks)

Q10: Describe the process of German unification under Otto von Bismarck.  (3 Marks)

Q11: Discuss the role of culture and heritage in fostering the spirit of nationalism in Europe.  (3 Marks)

Q12: Explain the challenges faced by the Habsburg Empire in maintaining unity among its diverse ethnic groups.  (5 Marks)

Q13: Analyze the impact of nationalism on Europe during the 19th and 20th centuries, highlighting both positive and negative outcomes.  (5 Marks)