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Multiple choice history bhakti and sufi movement sufism sufi movement sufism in india

The word sufi is derived from 'suf' which means ______ in Persian.

  1. enlightened human

  2. coarse cloth

  3. wise

  4. teacher
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'Sufi' is derived from the Arabic word 'Suf' which means 'wool' and refers to coarse woolen cloth that was worn by Prophet Mohammad and by his close companions.

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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A Correct answer
Explanation

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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B Correct answer
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 feudalism was a institution of administration based on which of the following?

  1. The contractual relationship between the land holders.

  2. The tenure of the land and the contractual relationship between the land holders.

  3. The tenure of the land and the contractual relationship between the vendors.

  4. None of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Feudalism gave economic and political powers to the feudal lords. The king gave the land to the nobles who donated small areas of lands to their subordinates. It was an agreement between the powerful and the weak. Feudalism became popular in all sections and institutions of the European society.

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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A Correct answer
Explanation

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.