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Nationalism and Industrialism — Test

Question 14 • World History

Which statements accurately describe Count Camillo de Cavour? Choose two correct answers.

Answer
A
Cavour favored rapid industrial growth in Italy.
B
Cavour became the new king of Sardinia in 1852.
C
Cavour opposed expelling Austria from Italy.
D
Cavour increased the church’s influence in Italy.
E
Cavour led the expansion of Sardinia’s influence.

Explanation

Cavour promoted economic modernization, including industrial growth, to strengthen Sardinia and Italy. As Sardinia’s prime minister, he also expanded the kingdom’s influence and helped lead the process of Italian unification. He became prime minister in 1852, not king, and he opposed Austrian control in Italy.

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