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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