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9. Which of the following is NOT a national symbol of the United Kingdom?

a. British Flag b. Catholic Faith c. English Language d. National Anthem
10. Who introduced the Civil Code in France?

a. Montesquieu b. Voltaire c. Napoleon d. Louis XIV

Activity

1. Imagine yourself as a student living in the 18th century Europe. Write a proposal to bring reforms
to the existing norms. Use the concept of “Plebiscite” in your proposal.

2. Write a short debate between a follower and a critique of conservatism. Do not exceed 200 words.

Project

“Culture played an important role in creating the idea of the nation: art and poetry, stories and music
helped express and shape nationalist feelings.”
1. Explore and collect some examples from the European context and compare them with your country’s

ideals to trace the similarities and differences.
2. Explore and write a brief biography of an artist who played a role in shaping the concept of nationalism
in Europe.

Assertion-Reason Type Questions

Each question consists of two statements, namely, Assertion (A) and Reason (R). For selecting the correct
answer, use the following code:

a. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
b. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).

c. Assertion (A) is true and Reason (R) is false.

d. Assertion (A) is false and Reason (R) is true.
1. A: Conservatives believed that traditional institutions and the power of the state should be
preserved.

R: They were followers of extreme nationalism.

2. A: The Treaty of Constantinople recognised Greece as an independent nation.
R: The Greek War of Independence evoked and established nationalist ideology.

3. A: The first clear expression of nationalism came with the French Revolution in 1979.

R: The French Revolution paved the way for the rise of nation-states.
4. A: Language played an important role in developing nationalist sentiments.

R: Different languages were popular in different regions.

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