Question

read the excerpt from a speech given by otto von bismarck in 1862. germany is not looking to prussias liberalism, but to its power. . . . it is not by speeches and majority resolutions that the great questions of the time are decided—that was the big mistake of 1848 and 1849—but by iron and blood. -otto von bismarck, blood and iron, 1862 what does this excerpt reinforce about bismarcks political views? bismarck believed in using force. bismarck believed in democracy. bismarck believed in reasoned debate. bismarck was opposed to realpolitik.

Explanation:

The phrase "by iron and blood" implies the use of force (military power). Bismarck criticizes relying on "speeches and majority resolutions" (which are related to democracy and reasoned debate). Realpolitik is a political approach that focuses on practical matters and power, and Bismarck was a proponent of it (so the option opposing realpolitik is wrong).

Answer:

Bismarck believed in using force.