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. The ‘spinning jenny’ was invented in:
[A] 1764
[B] 1756
[C] 1765
[D] 1777
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Correct Answer: A [1764]
Notes:
In 1764, Hargreaves invented the ‘spinning jenny’. This machine could spin eight threads at the same time, instead of one.
42. Elias Howe invented sewing machine in:
[A] 1844
[B] 1845
[C] 1846
[D] 1847
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Correct Answer: C [1846]
Notes:
The invention of the sewing machine by Elias Howe, in 1846, accelerated the production of clothing and made possible the modern clothing industry. Thus, one invention followed another, not only in textile industries but also in many others. In this way, the present-day complex machinery has evolved.
43. 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.
44. Which of these was the first battle of Russia in World War I?
[A] Battle of Tanintore
[B] Battle of Tahsenberg
[C] Battle of Tannenberg
[D] Battle of Tamblyn
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Correct Answer: C [Battle of Tannenberg]
Notes:
Russia’s first major battle in the Great War was a disaster. In the 1914 Battle of Tannenberg, over 120,000 Russian troops were killed, wounded, or captured, while Germany suffered only 20,000 casualties. Whatever nationalistic or patriotic support the Russian government had gained in the early stages of the war had been lost.
45. By 1932, membership of the Nazi Party increased to:
[A] 3 lakhs
[B] 10 lakhs
[C] 25 lakhs
[D] 70 lakhs
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Correct Answer: D [70 lakhs]
Notes:
Hitler started the National Socialist Party or Nazi Party. By the year 1932, the membership of the Nazi Party increased to 70 lakhs.
46. 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.
47. What is Berlin Blockade?
[A] Russia capturing Berlin and preventing USA troops to enter Germany
[B] Russia blocking all the perimeter of Berlin with their soldiers
[C] Russia locking down entire Berlin and slowly capturing the rest of Germany
[D] Russia blocking all roads to the west-occupied zones in Berlin
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Correct Answer: D [Russia blocking all roads to the west-occupied zones in Berlin]
Notes:
Even before the end of the Second World War the Soviet Union had imposed Communist regimes in the East European countries of Poland, Bulgaria, Rumania, Hungary and Yugoslavia. Immediately after the War the Soviet Union brought East Germany under her influence. West Germany came under the influence of the U.S.A. The Soviet Union blocked all roads to the west-occupied zones in Berlin. This is known as Berlin Blockade. Thus, a tense situation developed between the two blocs of the Cold War groups.
48. NATO was formed against:
[A] Soviet Union
[B] USA
[C] Germany
[D] Great Britain
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Correct Answer: A [Soviet Union]
Notes:
The U.S.A., Canada, Britain, France, Holland, Belgium and Luxemburg, Portugal, Denmark, Italy and Norway became NATO’s members. They had agreed to mutually extend military help in case of an attack on any one of them. It was formed against the Soviet Union.
49. The Papua New Guinea got independence in 1975 from which nation?
[A] U.K
[B] U.S.A
[C] Australia
[D] Japan
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Correct Answer: C [Australia]
Notes:
The PNG attained independence from Australia on 16 september , 1975. It remained under Australia from 1906 as a British Possession until 1975. Britain, Australia , Germany occupied PNG until 1975.
50. What significant political event occurred in Poland in 1989?
[A] Poland joined the European Union
[B] The establishment of the Warsaw Pact
[C] The first partially free elections leading to the end of communist rule
[D] Introduction of the zloty as Poland’s currency
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Correct Answer: C [The first partially free elections leading to the end of communist rule]
Notes:
In 1989, Poland conducted its first partially free elections, marking a pivotal moment in its history. This event led to the collapse of communist rule and paved the way for the establishment of a democratic government, signifying a major shift in Poland’s political landscape and its approach to governance.
