History · General Awareness
Ancient and World History
4,979 Questions
Ancient and world history covers the rise and fall of major civilizations, their cultural practices, and their administrative developments. Topics span from the Persian and Byzantine empires to the architectural marvels of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. This collection of practice questions is tailored for candidates preparing for history and general studies sections.
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Ancient and World History Questions
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Mohenjodaro Civilization
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Harappa Civilization
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Greece Civilization
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Egypt Civilization
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Chinese Civilization
B
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Explanation
Indus Valley Civilization is also known as Harappa Civilization as Harappa was the first discovered site.
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(a) South East-Asia
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(b) China
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(c) Central Asia
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(d) Roman Empire
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Bactria
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Scythia
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Zedrasia
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Magadh
A
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Bactria was the ancient civilisation of Iranian people. Ancient Bactria was located between the Hindu Kush mountain range and the Amu Darya river, covering the flat region that straddles modern-day Afghanistan and Tajikistan.
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African trade
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West-European trade
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South-East Asian trade
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Middle-Eastern trade
C
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After 3rd century AD, Roman empire came to an end. Indian merchants meanwhile had begun to rely more heavily on the South-East Asian trade.
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the people of the Indus
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the people of Aryan civilisation
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Scythians
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Huns
A
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The Great Bath is a famous structure found at the Mohenjo-daro site of the Indus Valley Civilization.
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the Incas
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the Romans
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West Africa
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the Renaissance
C
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The trans-Saharan trade routes in West Africa were historically famous for the exchange of gold and salt, as well as the trade of enslaved people.
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Shang Dynasty
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Han Dynasty
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Zhou Dynasty
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Xia Dynasty
B
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Explanation
The Mulan legend is set during the Han Dynasty period of ancient China (roughly 220-206 BCE to 220 CE). The original Ballad of Mulan references Northern WeiDynasty, but the Disney film draws from Han Dynasty aesthetics and elements. The Han Dynasty is the best answer among these dynastic options.
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Mayans
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Toltecs
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Aztecs
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Olmecs
C
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Explanation
Poinsettias are native to Mexico and were known as Cuitlaxochitl by the Aztecs, who valued them for their medicinal properties and red dye.
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Pharaoh
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President
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Raja
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Emperor
C
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A Raja was a title for a monarch or princely ruler in the Indian subcontinent, typically leading a tribal community or small kingdom.
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Weights and measures
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Sewage system
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Writing system
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All of the above
D
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Explanation
The Harappan civilization (Indus Valley Civilization) was highly advanced, featuring standardized weights and measures, sophisticated urban planning with sewage systems, and a unique, albeit undeciphered, writing system.
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Babylonian
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Harappan
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Egyptian
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Aryan
B
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The Harappan civilization, also known as the Indus Valley Civilization, was the earliest known urban culture in the region.
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Indus Valley Civilization
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Gupta Empire
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Mauryans
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Mughals
B
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Explanation
The Gupta Empire (c. 320-550 CE) is often called the Golden Age of India, marked by significant advancements in mathematics (including the concept of zero), science, and Sanskrit literature.
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He was a great poet and political minister in Ancient China.
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She was a fantastic female general in Ancient China.
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She was a teacher and female king in Ancient China.
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He was a great teacher and well-known politician for China.
A
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Explanation
Qu Yuan was a historical figure known as a poet and minister during the Warring States period. Option D is incorrect because he was not primarily known as a teacher.
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Spartacus
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Mr. 3000
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Troy
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300
D
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Explanation
King Leonidas screams this in the film 300. It is a famous line delivered during the Battle of Thermopylae.
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He designed the step pyramid in Memphis.
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He served as the nation’s chief physician.
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He composed music for harps and flutes.
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He became a god after his death.
C
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Explanation
Imhotep was a polymath known for architecture, medicine, and administration, but there is no historical evidence he was a musician.