World History General Knowledge (GK) MCQs
World history is a vast and complex subject that covers thousands of years of human civilization, culture, and events. From the ancient societies of Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Greece, to the rise of empires such as the Roman Empire, the Mongol Empire, and the British Empire, world history is full of fascinating stories and important events that shape the world we live in today.
General knowledge of world history is essential for understanding the present and predicting the future. It allows us to see the patterns and connections between different events and societies and helps us to make sense of the world around us. This knowledge can be acquired through reading, studying, and taking multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on world history.
MCQs on world history can test one’s general knowledge of the subject and it can help to improve the understanding of the subject. These questions can cover a wide range of topics such as political, economic, social, cultural, and scientific history. The questions can be based on different time periods, regions, and civilizations. They can also be based on different aspects of history such as wars, revolutions, leaders, events, and cultural achievements.
In this article, we will provide a range of General knowledge MCQs on world history. These questions will cover a diverse range of topics, time periods, and regions, and will test your knowledge of different aspects of world history. The questions will be accompanied by explanations to help you understand the historical context and significance of each event or person.
World History GK MCQs
Who was the author of “Republic”?
A. Aristotle
B. Plato
C. Hobbes
D. Karl Marx
The “Communist Manifesto” was first published in:
A. English
B. German
C. French
D. Russian
When was the Magna Carta signed by King John of England?
A. 1268
B. 1215
C. 1220
D. 1290
The Industrial Revolution in the last quarter of the 18th century in England first affected the:
A. Coal mining industry
B. Cotton textile industry
C. Iron and steel industry
D. Shipping industry
The most important achievement of Abraham Lincoln was:
A. The abolition of slavery
B. Strengthening of democracy
C. Establishment of the supremacy of North over the South
D. None of these
Under which of the following treaties did the British recognise the independence of 13 American colonies?
A. Treaty of Versailles
B. Treaty of Paris
C. Masstricht Treaty
D. None of these
Who among the following was directly associated with the French Revolution?
A. Dante
B. Voltaire
C. Napoleon Bonaparte
D. Louis Pasteur
Economic crisis of 1930 originated in:
A. US
B. UK
C. Russia
D. India
1917 is known for:
A. Battle of Trafalgar
B. Battle of Jutland
C. End of World War I
D. Russian Revolution
Who was the head of the provisional government of Russia in 1917?
A. Aleksandr Kerensky
B. Lenin
C. Karl Marx
D. Nicolos II
Who among the following commanded the American forces during American War of Independence?
A. Abraham Lincoln
B. George Washington
C. Thomas Jafferson
D. Theodore Roosevelt
The ideas of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity were emphasised by:
A. Rousseau
B. Hobbes
C. Montesquieu
D. Locke
Which year is associated with the outbreak of World War II?
A. 1935
B. 1939
C. 1945
D. 1946
Which style of painting was used by early Renaissance artists?
A. Gothic
B. Graeco-Roman
C. Catholic Art
D. None of these
Which of the following was the main feature of European Renaissance?
A. It brought back the classic ideals in literature, painting and architecture.
B. Spread of Christianity outside Europe.
C. Domination of Church and religion.
D. None of these
The Boston Tea Party took place in:
A. 1770
B. 1773
C. 1776
D. 1780
During the period of the Renaissance new styles of architecture first developed in:
A. France
B. Italy
C. England
D. Germany
When did the World War II end?
A. 1918
B. 1945
C. 1947
D. 1949
Renaissance started first in:
A. France
B. Italy
C. Russia
D. US
Which of the following is not true of the European Renaissance?
A. It aimed at organising anti-Church movements.
B. It developed interest in science and fostered a spirit of adventure.
C. It was an intellectual movement.
D. None of these
The “Last Supper”, a famous renaissance painting was a masterpiece of:
A. Michealangelo
B. Leonardo daVinci
C. Tiziano Veillio Titian
D. Raffaello Santi Raphael
With which the term Liberty, Equality and Fraternity is associated?
A. French Revolution
B. Russian Revolution
C. Olympic Games
D. Industrial Revolution
The author of the American Declaration of Independence was:
A. Thomas Jefferson
B. Thomas Paine
C. Marquis de Lafayttee
D. George Washington
The Industrial Revolution first took place in:
A. France
B. England
C. America
D. Germany
“Guernica”, the world’s famous painting, was painted by:
A. Pablo Picasso
B. Van Gogh
C. Michealangelo
D. Leonardo da Vinci
The author of the “New Deal” was:
A. President Roosevelt
B. President Wilson
C. President John Kennedy
D. President George Washington
The book “Social Contract” was written by:
A. T. H. Green
B. Roseau
C. Plato
D. Karl Marx
The Renaissance astronomer who explained how planets moved around the sun was:
A. Francis Bacon
B. Francois Rabelais
C. Johannes Kepler
D. Marconi
The discovery of sea route from Europe to India was made by:
A. Marco Polo
B. Vasco da Gama
C. Christopher Columbus
D. Ferdinand Magellan
Who raised the slogan “No taxation without representation”?
A. People of Russia
B. American colonies
C. Industrial workers of England
D. Workers of France
What was the name of the atom bomb dropped by US on Hiroshima during the World War II?
A. Little Boy
B. Little Fly
C. Little Devil
D. None of these
The first successful socialist revolution in history was:
A. American Revolution
B. Russian Revolution
C. French Revolution
D. None of these
Where was Napoleon sent into exile after the Battle of Waterloo?
A. Capri
B. Corsica
C. St. Helena
D. Elba
Which of the following events occurred first?
A. Russian Revolution
B. French Revolution
C. American War of Independence
D. Chinese Revolution
The slogan ‘No taxation without representation’ was first raised during the American Revolution in:
A. Massachusetts Assembly
B. Philadelphia Congress
C. Boston Tea Party
D. None of these
The European Renaissance of the 15th century is noted for great advances in:
A. Medicine
B. Art and Architecture
C. Engineering
D. Mathematics
German attack on Poland was the immediate cause of:
A. World War I
B. World War II
C. Cold War
D. West Asian crisis
Which was the first city destroyed by the atomic bomb in World War II?
A. Hiroshima
B. Paris
C. Nagasaki
D. London
July 14 is celebrated every year as a national holiday in France. On this day in 1789:
A. The fall of the Bastille took place
B. Workers were given political rights
C. Napoleon became emperor
D. None of these
Who defined democracy as the ‘Government of the people, by the people and for the people’?
A. Abraham Lincoln
B. Winston Churchill
C. George Washington
D. J. S. Mill
The fall of Bastille is associated with the:
A. French Revolution of 1789
B. Russian Revolution of 1917
C. American War of Independence
D. None of these
Who is regarded as the founder of scientific socialism?
A. Lenin
B. Karl Marx
C. Engels
D. Roseau
“Das Kapital” was written by:
A. Trotskey
B. Karl Marx
C. Engels
D. Lenin
The War of Independence of America was fought against:
A. Britain
B. Royal people of America
C. France
D. Italy
The first written republican constitution ever formed in history was that of the:
A. Americans
B. Britishers
C. Indians
D. French
In 1815, the Battle of Waterloo was fought between:
A. Britain and France
B. Japan and China
C. Britain and Germany
D. Austria and Russia
The Pacific Ocean was named by:
A. Christopher Columbus
B. Ferdinand Magellan
C. Marco Polo
D. Napoleon Bonaparte
In 1492, Columbus reached:
A. South America and Cuba
B. Bahamas and Canada
C. Bahamas, Cuba and West Indies
D. None of these
The Soviet Socialist Revolution of October is celebrated every year on November 7 because:
A. The provisional government formed after the collapse of Tsarist Government was overthrown on this day in 1917.
B. Lenin’s birthday falls on this day.
C. Russia’s victory over Germany coincides with this date
D. None of these
The famous painting “Sun flower” was done by:
A. Michaelangelo
B. Vincent von Gogh
C. Picasso
D. Leonardo
Who among the following was a poet of the Italian Renaissance?
A. Dante
B. Virgil
C. Homer
D. Rossetti
In conclusion, general knowledge of world history is essential for understanding the present and predicting the future. It allows us to see the patterns and connections between different events and societies and helps us to make sense of the world around us. MCQs on world history can be a useful tool for testing and improving one’s knowledge on the subject. These questions can cover a wide range of topics such as political, economic, social, cultural, and scientific history. They can also be based on different time periods, regions, and civilizations. The questions are accompanied by explanations to help you understand the historical context and significance of each event or person. By answering these MCQs, you will not only improve your knowledge of world history but also develop your critical thinking and analytical skills, which are useful for understanding any subject.
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