Unification of Germany Lesson

Learning objectives

In this lesson, students will learn how Otto von Bismarck used strategic alliances, military force, and diplomacy to unify the German states under Prussian leadership. They will explore key events like the Austro-Prussian and Franco-Prussian Wars, which contributed to the formation of the German Empire in 1871. Students will have the opportunity to achieve this through choosing their own method of learning, from reading and research options, as well as the chance to engage in extension activities. This lesson includes a self-marking quiz for students to demonstrate their learning.

How would you like to learn?

Option 1: Reading


Step 1: Download a copy of the reading questions worksheet:

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Unification of Germany Reading Questions
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Step 2: Answer the set questions by reading the webpage below:


Option 2: Internet research


Download a copy of the research worksheet and use the internet to complete all the tables.

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Unification of Germany Research Workshee
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