The Balkan states
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Make a table of the years the Balkan peoples gained independence (Serbia, Montenegro, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania).
Serbia, Montenegro, Romania – 1878; Bulgaria – 1908 (full); Albania – 1912.
2
Why did the 1878 Congress of Berlin not satisfy all the wishes of Balkan peoples? Write 3–4 sentences.
The great powers pursued their own interests: Bulgaria was cut down and Bosnia came under Austria-Hungary.
3
Explain the phrase “the Balkans – the powder keg of Europe”.
Because of territorial disputes and clashing great-power interests even a small event could lead to a big war.
4
Calculate: Albania’s independence was declared in 1912. What anniversary was marked in 2012?
100