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World history encompasses major events like the English Civil War, the American Civil War, and the Spanish colonization of Mexico. This hub provides practice questions on treaties, dynasties, and feudal systems. These concepts are essential for general awareness preparation in UPSC and SSC exams.

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Multiple choice history europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania medieval america and decline of feudalism feudalism

Feudalism survived in Europe from _____ century to _____ century.

  1. 9th to 15th

  2. 9th to 12th

  3. 14th to 16th

  4. 11th to 14th
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The term 'Feudal' is derived from the Latin word 'Feudalism' which means feudal estate. This is based on the feudary system which means- one who holds lands of an overlord in exchange for services.

In this social system, nobility held lands from the crown in exchange provided their military services, vassals were in turn tenants of the nobles. Peasants were obliged to live on their lord's land and give him homage, labour and a share of produce in exchange for protection.
Feudalism survived in Europe from 9th century to 15th century.

Multiple choice history europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania medieval america and decline of feudalism feudalism

Which of these was NOT a similarity between Western European and Japanese feudalism?

  1. Both had a political hierarchy with fewer members at the top and more members at the bottom.

  2. Both allowed for highly-centralized political structures to dominate.

  3. Both were based on a system of mutual obligation among members of different classes.

  4. Both were tied to agriculture.

  5. Both systems had a warrior class.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Both had a political hierarchy with fewer members at the top and more members at the bottom.

Multiple choice history europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania medieval america and decline of feudalism feudalism

Under the feudal system a lot of importance was attached to two traditions, namely __________ and ____________.

  1. Homage; Investiture

  2. Investiture; land grant

  3. Investiture; homage

  4. Service; protection
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Homage and investiture were the two essential ceremonies defining the feudal relationship between a lord and a vassal.

Multiple choice history the middle ages europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania medieval america and decline of feudalism

Fill in the blanks
After the death of __________ the Emperor of Holy Roman Empire, Europe plunged into chaos.

  1. Nobles

  2. Vassal

  3. Charlemagne

  4. Homage
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Charlemagne's death in 814 C.E. led to the fragmentation of his empire, which contributed to the rise of feudalism as a decentralized system of protection.

Multiple choice history the middle ages europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania medieval america and decline of feudalism

Western European feudalism in the 500-1000 C.E. period can be BEST described as ______________________.

  1. A political system that produced highly centralized monarchies by the 8th century C.E.

  2. A political and social system in which nobility held lands given by the monarchy in exchange for military service.

  3. An economic and social system that established the relationship between landlords and their serfs.

  4. A brief and largely insufficient attempt to regain political stability after the turmoil of the Germanic invasions.

  5. A political and social system that was purely local and involved no centralized monarchial government.
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B,C Correct answer
Multiple choice history medieval world: centres of power europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania

Identify the statement which does not represent Maya civilization __________________.

  1. Maya civilization spread in Goutemala and Hounderus.

  2. People of this civilization had the knowledge of iron.

  3. People of this civilization divided an year into 365 days.

  4. People had no knowledge of potter's wheel.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Mayan people were not familiar with the use of iron metal. Mayan smiths worked primarily in copper during the initial period, with some low-arsenic alloys, as well as occasional use of silver and gold. The Maya used stone tools fabricated from chert and obsidian instead of iron tools. The unawareness of Mayas about the Iron metal can be attributed to the lack of available iron ore in their geographical domain.

Multiple choice history greek, roman and american civilisations europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania

Common among North American native tribes was the use of toltecs, which were ___________________________.

  1. Defensive alliances designed to promote cooperation among tribes.

  2. Relics from deceased ancestors thought to provide spiritual guidance.

  3. Natural objects used as a symbol of the unity of a group or clan that provided protection.

  4. Herbal medicines used for healing.

  5. Small pieces of jade jewelry which were widely traded throughout the Americas.
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A Correct answer
Multiple choice history greek, roman and american civilisations europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania

The Mound Builder societies were located __________________.

  1. In the Pacific Northwest.

  2. In the Valley of Mexico.

  3. In the Yucatn Peninsula.

  4. In the Ohio and Mississippi River Valleys.

  5. In the American Southwest.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The Mound Builder cultures, including the Adena, Hopewell, and Mississippian civilizations, were prominently established and flourished throughout the interior river basins of North America, specifically the Ohio and Mississippi River Valleys.

Multiple choice history greek, roman and american civilisations europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania

Which of these was NOT a reason for Spanish victories over Aztecs and Incas?

  1. European had military technology advantages such as muskets, cannons, and horses.

  2. Aztec and Incan societies had smaller populations and did not have sufficient numbers to repel Europeans

  3. European diseases such as smallpox ravaged Native populations

  4. Aztecs and Incas ruled other indigenous populations which created internal dissention

  5. Spain used strategies first employed during the Reconquista
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A Correct answer
Explanation

European had military technology advantages such as muskets, cannons, and horses.

Multiple choice history greek, roman and american civilisations europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania

Which of the following is a difference between Andean and Mesoamerican cultures?

  1. The presence of writing systems.

  2. A powerful priestly class.

  3. The practice of human sacrifice.

  4. The building of monumental architecture.

  5. Complex agricultural systems.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The presence of writing systems.

Multiple choice history greek, roman and american civilisations europe in the middle ages feudal systems in europe peoples of the americas and oceania

The Olmec, the Maya, the Toltec, the Aztec, and the Inca are the earliest major civilizations of the Americas and are termed as the ________.

  1. Paleolithic migrations

  2. Cultures of "blue men"

  3. Mesoamerican cultures

  4. Tewa nations

  5. Sun worshippers
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mesoamerican civilization, the complex of indigenous cultures that developed in parts of Mexico and Central America prior to Spanish exploration and conquest in the 16th century. In the organization of its kingdoms and empires, the sophistication of its monuments and cities, and the extent and refinement of its intellectual accomplishments.

Multiple choice social studies print culture and the modern world film and print media evolution of writing and communication system great reformers and reform movements

Which of the following statements are correct?
I. The Chinese introduced printing.
II. The Buddhist missionaries introduced printing in Japan
III. The Chinese developed printing to facilitate their expanding trade.
IV. Italy was responsible for the spread of printing in Europe,

  1. I, II and III

  2. I, II and IV

  3. II, III and IV

  4. I and IV
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Chinese invented printing, and Buddhist missionaries brought it to Japan. Italy was not the primary driver for the spread of printing in Europe; rather, it was Gutenberg in Germany. Statement IV is historically inaccurate in this context.

Multiple choice social studies print culture and the modern world film and print media evolution of writing and communication system great reformers and reform movements

Printing created possibilities for wider circulation of ideas. Who among the following hailed printing as the ultimate gift of God ? 

  1. Martin Luther

  2. Menocchio

  3. Roman Catholic Church

  4. Gutenberg
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A Correct answer
Explanation
Through the publications of his protestant ideas, Martin Luther challenged the orthodox practices and rituals of the Roman Catholic Church. He wrote 95 theses criticizing many of the practices of the Roman Catholic Church. Luther's writings were immediately reproduced in vast numbers and read widely.
This led to a division within the church and the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. He also translated the New Testament of which 5000 copies were sold within a few days. These were impossible without printing technology. Deeply grateful to the print, Luther said, "Printing is the ultimate gift of God and the greatest one."