Europe: War and Change Chapter 5

A. Europe Continent of Europe is home to more than 40 countries Over 50 languages are spoken in Europe Europe is about the same size as the United States but it has 3 times the population

B. Spread of Nationalism Nationalism – A strong pride in one’s nation or ethnic group Ethnic Group – People with similar languages and traditions Resulted in a strong love for one’s country

C. Constitutional Monarchy 1900s – More Europeans are allowed to vote than ever before People demanded that they were able to elect their leaders Constitutional Monarchy – Kings and queens had to share their power with a group elected by the people

D. Defense of Colonies Colonialism – System where countries controlled areas outside its boarders Most European countries controlled colonies in Asia and Africa during the early 1900s Colonies produced many goods that were sold in Europe

Colonies became very important to the economies of European countries European countries started to build strong armies and navies to defend their colonies Control of colonies often times led to wars between European countries

E. Austria-Hungary Largest empire in Eastern Europe during the early 1900s Imported many of its goods from Germany Dual Monarchy – One ruler has control of two nations