Why was the proclamation of the German emperor at Versailles considered humiliating for France?
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Correct answer: Because it happened at a symbolic French place after France's defeat
The Franco-Prussian War ended with France’s defeat, and the German Empire was proclaimed in 1871 in the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. Versailles was closely associated with French monarchy, national prestige and political power. Holding the ceremony there symbolically displayed the reversal of power and France’s humiliation. Thus option A is correct; B, C and D contain false claims about the event and the war.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because it happened at a symbolic French place after France's defeat
Why is this the correct answer?
The Franco-Prussian War ended with France’s defeat, and the German Empire was proclaimed in 1871 in the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. Versailles was closely associated with French monarchy, national prestige and political power. Holding the ceremony there symbolically displayed the reversal of power and France’s humiliation. Thus option A is correct; B, C and D contain false claims about the event and the war.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Social Science question. Chapter: The Age of Industrialisation. Topic: The Making of Germany and Italy.
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