World History Practice Question and Answer

Q:

When was the World Security Organization formed?

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    7 October 1948
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    7 April 1947
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    7 April 1946
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    7 April 1948
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Answer : 4. "7 April 1948"
Explanation :

The World Health Organization (WHO) was founded on April 7, 1948. The WHO's constitution was adopted by the International Health Conference in New York in 1946. The WHO is a United Nations specialized agency. 

Q:

With which Indian power did Napoleon try to establish relations?

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    Peshwa
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    Tipu Sultan
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    Ranjit Singh
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    Hyder Ali
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Answer : 2. "Tipu Sultan"
Explanation :

Napoleon Bonaparte attempted to establish relations with Tipu Sultan, the ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore in Southern India, during the late 18th century. Both leaders shared a common enemy in the British, and there were efforts to form an alliance against British colonial interests in India. However, these diplomatic initiatives did not materialize into concrete military support, as Napoleon's focus shifted to other geopolitical concerns in Europe.

Q:

On which island of France, Napoleon was born

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    Saint Helena
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    Corsica
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    Elba
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    Oleron
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Answer : 2. "Corsica"

Q:

During the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965, the role of the Secretary General of the United Nations, whose role was commendable, was?

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    Javier Perez
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    Kurt Waldheim
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    You Thant
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    Dag Hammershold
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Answer : 3. "You Thant"

Q:

What was the reason for America's involvement in World War II?

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    Defense of democracy
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    Hitler's growing power
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    Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor
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    Growing influence of communism
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Answer : 3. "Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor"
Explanation :

The primary reason for America's involvement in World War II was:

(C) Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor

The United States entered World War II on December 7, 1941, after the surprise attack by Japan on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Prior to the attack, the U.S. had pursued a policy of neutrality, but the bombing of Pearl Harbor prompted the U.S. to declare war on Japan, and subsequently, Germany and Italy declared war on the United States.

Q:

Between whom was the Lateran Agreement signed?

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    Pope and Mussolini
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    Pope and Bismarck
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    Pope and Hitler
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    Pope and Napoleon
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Answer : 1. "Pope and Mussolini"
Explanation :

The Lateran Agreement, also known as the Lateran Treaty, was signed on February 11, 1929, between Pope Pius XI and Benito Mussolini, who was the leader of Fascist Italy. The agreement recognized the Vatican City as an independent sovereign state, marking the resolution of long-standing disputes between the Catholic Church and the Italian government. It established a diplomatic and political relationship between the Holy See and Italy, outlining the Vatican City's territorial boundaries and securing the Church's position within Italy.

Q:

How long did the peninsular war last?

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    1800-1808
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    1808-1814
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    1814-1818
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    1810-1815
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Answer : 2. "1808-1814"
Explanation :

The Peninsular War took place from 1808 to 1814 on the Iberian Peninsula. It began when Napoleon invaded Spain and Portugal. Widespread resistance from Spanish and Portuguese forces, along with guerrilla warfare, led to a protracted conflict. The war significantly weakened Napoleon's forces and contributed to his strategic challenges. The conflict ended with the defeat of French forces in the region by the Sixth Coalition, consisting of British, Spanish, and Portuguese allies.

Q:

By which treaty did Austria accept to give the territory of Venetia to Italy?

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    Treaty of Paris
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    Treaty of Prague
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    Treaty of Frankfurt
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    Treaty of Villafranca
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Answer : 2. "Treaty of Prague"
Explanation :

The Treaty of Prague was signed on August 23, 1866, between Austria and the Kingdom of Italy. As a result of this treaty, Austria agreed to cede the territory of Venetia to Italy. This territorial transfer was part of the broader context of the Austro-Prussian War of 1866, also known as the Seven Weeks' War, where Austria faced defeat against Prussia. The treaty contributed to the process of Italian unification, as Venetia was an important region that was integrated into the newly formed Kingdom of Italy.

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