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.
41. Canada was discovered by:
[A] John Cabot
[B] William Henry VII
[C] Jacques Cartier
[D] Christopher Columbus
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Correct Answer: C [Jacques Cartier ]
Notes:
In 1534, Jacques Cartier from France went to the North America and explored the region. He found the Red Indian settlements and named that region as Canada.
42. Where was the first Continental Congress held in 1774?
[A] Geneva
[B] Berlin
[C] Philadelphia
[D] Massachusetts
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Correct Answer: C [Philadelphia]
Notes:
The American colonists decided to unite in their fight against the British. In September 1774, the first Continental Congress was held at Philadelphia.
43. What set the commencement of the French Revolution?
[A] abnormal increase in taxes
[B] bankruptcy of French treasury
[C] shutdown of ten banks together
[D] fall of economy
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Correct Answer: B [bankruptcy of French treasury]
Notes:
The bankruptcy of French treasury was the starting point of the French Revolution. Louis XVI was faced with a serious financial situation. There was also no alternative but to propose new taxes.
44. Which was the earliest industry to invent machinery revolution?
[A] Iron and Steel
[B] Transport
[C] Publishing
[D] Textile
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Correct Answer: D [Textile]
Notes:
The primary cause of the Industrial Revolution was the scientific inventions. The earliest mechanical inventions came in the textile industry.
45. Formation of First International was a highlight of the year in:
[A] 1864
[B] 1894
[C] 1865
[D] 1856
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Correct Answer: A [1864]
Notes:
One of the most important events in the history of socialist movement was the formation in 1864 of the International Working Men’s Association or the First International. During the short period of its existence, the International exercised a tremendous influence on workers’ movements in Europe.
46. Russian Social Democratic Party was formed by:
[A] Karl Marx
[B] Lenin
[C] Rusputin
[D] George Plekhanov
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Correct Answer: D [George Plekhanov]
Notes:
In Russia when the workers’ organizations were set up they were dominated by Marx’s ideas on socialism. In 1883, the Russian Social Democratic Party was formed by George Plekhanov, a follower of Marx.
47. As a result of Second World War:
[A] European colonialism ended in countries like Africa, India etc
[B] There was drastic fall of economy
[C] Famines after famines were breaking into several countries
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: A [European colonialism ended in countries like Africa, India etc]
Notes:The Second World War was over. At the end of the war, some 13 million Europeans were killed and 17 million civilians had died as a result of the fighting. All major cities were in ruins. Agriculture was ruined. People of the entire world had to face untold miseries, directly or indirectly. Results of the Second World War:
- In this war, about 15 Million soldiers and 10 million civilians lost their lives.
- An important result of the Second World War was that it brought to an end the colonial Empire of the European countries in Asia and Africa.
- Multi-polar world became bi-polar world.
- The USA and USSR emerged as Super Powers.
- Cold War started as an ideological war between USA and USSR.
48. Who led Taiping Rebellion in 1851?
[A] Hung Hsiu-chüan
[B] Hung Kun-Shu
[C] Hung Shimi Ki Ho
[D] Hung Konchu Hon
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Correct Answer: A [Hung Hsiu-chüan]
Notes:
Thus, the western countries established their supremacy in China. China was partitioned into many economic zones controlled by western powers. This is known as “the cutting of the Chinese Melon” (ie., cutting China into many pieces). The failure of Manchu dynasty led to the Taiping Rebellion (1851-1864) in China. It was led by Hung Hsiu-chüan.
49. Long March was acknowledged as:
[A] Mao walking to protest against European
[B] The death rally of Mao
[C] Soldiers marching under Mao\\\’s leadership
[D] Mao retiring to northern China
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Correct Answer: D [Mao retiring to northern China]
Notes:
In 1924 Dr. Sun Yat Sen passed away. The leadership of the Kuomintang party was assumed by Chiang Kai Shek. In the beginning there was an understanding between the Kuomintang and the Communists. But, soon both became rivals. Chiang wanted to exterminate Mao’s Communist Party. Mao retired to northern China. It is known as the Long March. There the Communists established their control.
50. Which event marked the Philippines as the first country in Southeast Asia to gain independence from colonial rule?
[A] Declaration of Martial Law
[B] People Power Revolution
[C] Treaty of Paris
[D] Proclamation of Philippine Independence
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Correct Answer: D [Proclamation of Philippine Independence]
Notes:
The Proclamation of Philippine Independence on June 12, 1898, signified the Philippines’ emergence as the first country in Southeast Asia to break free from colonial domination. This historic achievement marked a key milestone in the regional struggle for self-determination and national identity.
