Question

how would germany most likely have been different between 1848 and 1871 if prussia had not belonged to the german confederation? germany would have adopted a new, liberal constitution. germany would have split into multiple nation - states. germany would have been defeated by france in the war. germany would not have achieved unification as quickly.

Explanation:

Prussia played a crucial role in the unification of Germany between 1848 - 1871, mainly through military and political leadership. If Prussia was not in the German Confederation, the driving force for rapid unification (like through wars and diplomatic efforts led by Prussia) would be absent. Adopting a liberal constitution isn't directly tied to Prussia's Confederation membership. Splitting into multiple nation - states is less likely as other factors for unity existed, and defeat by France isn't directly linked to Prussia's Confederation status. So the most logical outcome is slower unification.

Answer:

Germany would not have achieved unification as quickly.