World History MCQs
World History Multiple Choice Quiz Questions (MCQs) on Ancient World History, Medieval World History and Modern World History for various UPSC, PCS and other Competitive Examinations.
21. Which of the following were the causes of American War of Independence?
1. England symbolized old and traditional institutions like the Church, monarchy and feudal heritages.
2. The Puritans developed a progressive out-look for a free society of free men without the bondage of the Church or such other out-of-date restrictions.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
Some of the causes of American War of Independence are:
1. England symbolized old and traditional institutions like the Church, monarchy and feudal heritages.
2. The Puritans developed a progressive out-look for a free society of free men without the bondage of the Church or such other out-of-date restrictions.
22. Which of the following was the most important privilege enjoyed by clergy and nobility of France in 18th century?
[A] Participate in wars
[B] Right to collect dues
[C] Exemption from taxes of the state
[D] Ownership of land
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Correct Answer: C [Exemption from taxes of the state]
Notes:
The most important privilege enjoyed by clergy and nobility of France in 18th century was exemption from taxes of the state. Only the third estate was made to pay taxes. The first two estate were exempted from taxation.
23. Zollverein refers to which of the following?
[A] Trade Union
[B] Labours Union
[C] Farmers Union
[D] Customs Union
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Correct Answer: D [Customs Union]
Notes:
Zollverein refers to Customs Union which was established in 1818 in Prussia. Consequently the internal taxes on commercial goods were abolished and free trade was established. There was no tax was imposed on raw-materials coming into Prussia from outside.
24. Which of the following was another name of World War I?
[A] The War to End All Wars
[B] Battle of Marne
[C] Battle of Somme
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [The War to End All Wars]
Notes:
World War I was known by different names such as ‘The War to End All Wars’, The War of the Nations, World War I and ‘The Great War’. The United States joined World War I after 128 Americans were killed by a German submarine.
25. Which of the following was the official name of Lenin’s new government?
[A] The Soviet of the People’s Commissars
[B] The Politburo
[C] The Executive Committee
[D] The Supreme Soviet
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Correct Answer: A [The Soviet of the People’s Commissars]
Notes:
The Soviet of the People’s Commissars was the official name of Lenin’s new government. Vladimir Lenin became the head of the new government of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic.
26. The invasion of Germany on which of the following country started world war II?
[A] France
[B] Poland
[C] Japan
[D] China
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Correct Answer: B [Poland]
Notes:
Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939, triggering the 2nd world war. In response to German aggression, Great Britain and France declared war on Nazi Germany in response to the attack of Germany.
27. Which of the following factors resulted in the outbreak of World war II?
1) Growth of Militarism in Japan.
2) The French search for security.
3) The rise of communism and its propaganda machinery.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1 & 3
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
There were many factors that resulted in the outbreak of the Second World War. some of which were:
1) Growth of Militarism in Japan.
2) The French search for security.
3) The rise of communism and its propaganda machinery.
28. Russian Revolution took place in which of the following years?
[A] 1914
[B] 1915
[C] 1916
[D] 1917
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Correct Answer: D [1917]
Notes:
Russian Revolution took place in the year 1917, during the final phase of World War I. The revolution erupted as a result of Russia’s major military losses during the War, which resulted in much of the Russian Army being ready to mutiny.
29. Which of the following was the straggly of US in the Pacific during World War II?
[A] Leapfrogging
[B] Lightning war
[C] Blitzkrieg
[D] None of these
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Correct Answer: A [Leapfrogging]
Notes:
Leapfrogging which is also known as island hopping, was a military strategy employed during World War II by the Allies in the Pacific War against Japan and the Axis powers.
30. Which country occupied and annexed Ethiopia in 1936?
[A] United Kingdom
[B] Germany
[C] Italy
[D] France
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Correct Answer: C [Italy]
Notes:
After the second Italo-Ethiopian war, Italy occupied and annexed Ethiopia in 1936 and made Italian Ethiopia. Italy unleashed a ruthless administration in Ethiopia. The infamous Yekatit 12 Massacre sanctioned by Italian administration happened during this period. During World War II, the British Empire defeated the Italian rulers of Ethiopia and restored the full sovereignty of Ethiopia in 1941. In 1947, Italy recognized the sovereignty and independence of Ethiopia.
