Swiss historymedium
Switzerland is a Confederation today. However, it was a Republic for a short time in the past. Who was responsible for this?
A real Swiss naturalisation exam question. Answer from memory, then check.
Show the answer
The correct answer
- Napoleon
Why
Napoleon was responsible for transforming Switzerland into a Republic. During the French occupation in the early 19th century, the Helvetic Republic (1798-1803) replaced the traditional confederal structure. After French withdrawal, Switzerland returned to its confederal system.
- The Habsbourgs
- Napoleon
- The Romans
- The United States
What about your canton's questions?
The quiz only serves what can come up where you live, canton and commune included, and tells you when you're ready. 7 days free, then CHF 9/month.
Get started