General Knowledge - World History - MCQs
Explore important events, civilizations, and figures from world history.
Which document declared the independence of the American colonies from British rule?
A. The Constitution
B. The Bill of Rights
C. The Declaration of Independence
D. The Articles of Confederation
Answer: The Declaration of Independence
What year did the Berlin Wall fall?
A. 1989
B. 1991
C. 1985
D. 1979
Answer: 1989
What was the main goal of the Marshall Plan after World War II?
A. To promote democracy in Eastern Europe
B. To rebuild European economies
C. To establish NATO
D. To create the European Union
Answer: To rebuild European economies
What was the main effect of the Industrial Revolution on society?
A. The rise of agrarian societies
B. The decline of urbanization
C. The growth of factory-based economies
D. The end of global trade
Answer: The growth of factory-based economies
Which ancient city was known as the ‘Mother of Cities’?
A. Babylon
B. Rome
C. Carthage
D. Constantinople
Answer: Babylon
Which document served as the first constitution of the United States?
A. The Articles of Confederation
B. The Bill of Rights
C. The Constitution
D. The Declaration of Independence
Answer: The Articles of Confederation
What was the main purpose of the Roman aqueducts?
A. To facilitate trade
B. To transport water
C. To provide roads
D. To serve as military fortifications
Answer: To transport water
What was the primary reason for the colonization of Africa during the 19th century?
A. The spread of Christianity
B. The search for new markets and resources
C. The establishment of trade routes
D. The pursuit of scientific knowledge
Answer: The search for new markets and resources
Which global conflict was triggered by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand?
A. World War I
B. World War II
C. The Korean War
D. The Vietnam War
Answer: World War I
Which significant social movement in the United States fought for racial equality and civil rights during the 1960s?
A. The Labor Movement
B. The Women's Rights Movement
C. The Civil Rights Movement
D. The LGBTQ+ Rights Movement
Answer: The Civil Rights Movement