Question

By using force to end rebellions during the Revolutions of 1848, what idea did European monarchs reinforce?

Citizens could have little or no say in the government.
Peaceful protests would be more effective than revolts.
Revolts were both dangerous and unnecessary.
The monarchy should have more power, not less.

Answer 1

Citizens could have little or no say in the government.

By violently repressing the 1848 uprisings, monarchs showed they would keep control and not yield to popular demands for representation.