The first part of Cavour's program for unification of Italy involved
A) formation of secret terrorist bands in all the Italian states.
B) mobilizing peasant support for unification.
C) an invasion of Austria proper.
D) improving Piedmont's image abroad with an economic reform program.
E) favoring Mazzini's goal of a democratic republic.

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The first part of Cavour's program for unification of Italy involved improving Piedmont's image abroad with an economic reform program. Cavour believed that by modernizing Piedmont's economy and improving its international reputation, he could win the support of other Italian states in the struggle for unification.

The First Part of Cavour's Program for Unification of Italy