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

Who introduced hand-printing technology into Japan?

  1. Buddhist missionaries

  2. Christian missionaries

  3. Muslim maulvis

  4. Jain missionaries
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Explanation

a. Buddhist missionaries


The Buddhist missionaries from China introduced hand-printing technology into Japan around 768 – 770 AD. The Buddhist Diamond Sutra which was printed in 868 AD was the oldest Japanese book. Libraries and bookstores were packed with hand-printed materials of various types. These included books on women, musical instruments, calculations, tea ceremony, flower arrangements, proper etiquette, cooking and famous places.

Multiple choice integration of karnataka and border disputes women freedom fighters women freedom fighters of karnataka history

In 1568, the viceroy of Portuguese ____________ entered Ullal.

  1. Peixoto

  2. Antonio Noronha

  3. Mascarenhas

  4. None
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Explanation

During the pre-Gandhi freedom struggle, among Rani Chennamma, Keladi Chennamma, stands Rani Abbakkadevi. She belonged to Chowta dynasty that ruled Ullala. Her uncle Thirumalaraya trained her in warfare and brought to power as the queen of Ullala. Abbakka was married to Lakshmappa Arusu of Bhanga region of Mangaluru. As her marriage did not last for long, she returned to Ullala. She rejected the demands of Portuguese for taxes. They declared war on her in 1555. Abbakka won this battle. Again,in 1568, the viceroy of Portuguese Antonio Noronha entered Ullal. Abbakadevi escaped and attacked the Portuguese with a band of 200 soldiers.

Multiple choice ancient world history world history general knowledge

What happened in Western Europe after the fall of the Roman Empire was similar to what occured in ___________.

  1. China after the fall of the Han

  2. Japan after the end of the Tokugawa Ghogunate

  3. The Holy land after the unsuccessful crusades ended

  4. The Andes when the Spanish ousted in Inca
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The collapse of the Roman Empire in the West led to fragmentation and the rise of feudalism, which is historically compared to the fragmentation and political instability following the fall of the Han Dynasty in China.

Multiple choice ancient world history world history general knowledge

The mandate of Heaven governed the relationship between the ruler and the ruled in __________.

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. France

  4. Rome
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The Mandate of Heaven was a political and religious doctrine used in ancient and imperial China to justify the rule of the Emperor, suggesting that the right to rule was granted by heaven based on the ruler's virtue.

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How did Saint Boniface help of shape of German Church?

  1. Writing the epic 'Beowulf'

  2. Writing 'The Rule of Saint Benedict'

  3. Preaching against the importance of monasteries

  4. Preaching against the divorce, incest and polygamy
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Explanation

Saint Boniface was a missionary who played a pivotal role in the Christianization of the Germanic tribes. He is known for his efforts to reform the church and enforce moral standards, including preaching against practices like incest and polygamy.

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

The cultural bankruptcy of Europe during the Middle Ages is often referred to as _________ Age.

  1. Dark

  2. Bright

  3. Black

  4. Golden
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The period following the fall of the Roman Empire in Europe is historically referred to as the Dark Ages due to the perceived decline in cultural and intellectual activity.

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

The powerful ruling dynasties that emerged in countries like ___________ during the ${15}^{th}$ century weakened the feudal system.

  1. Rome, Italy and Greece

  2. France, England and Spain

  3. Germany, Turkey and Austria

  4. Germany, Switzerland and Holland
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Explanation

The rise of centralized monarchies in France, England, and Spain during the 15th century contributed significantly to the decline of the feudal system.

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

The rise of barbaric tribes in Europe led to the emergence of

  1. Feudal system

  2. Social revolution

  3. Religious reformation

  4. Renaissance
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The instability caused by the collapse of central authority and the rise of barbaric tribes led to the development of the feudal system, where land was exchanged for protection and service.

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

In the Middle Ages, a monk could become ________.

  1. A Chronicler

  2. An expert in herbal medicine

  3. An expert in writing and illustrating books

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Monks in the Middle Ages performed a variety of roles, including chronicling history, practicing medicine, and copying/illustrating manuscripts.

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

According to priests in the Middle Age, what would happen to the soul on the doomsday if had not committed any sins?

  1. The soul would go to hell

  2. The soul would go to hell and be tortured forever

  3. The soul would go to heaven

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

According to medieval religious doctrine, those who lived without sin were believed to be rewarded with entry into heaven.

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

What did people believe that could help them reduce the number of years they would spend in purgatory?

  1. Saints could help them reduce the number of years they would spend in purgatory

  2. Getting close to saints by visiting their graves

  3. By paying to see objects that had belonged to saints

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Medieval popular piety included the veneration of saints, visiting their graves, and viewing relics as ways to seek intercession and reduce time in purgatory.