Absolutism and Ahmed Urabi Quiz

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Which of the following best describes the political system of Absolutism?

  • A political system where a single ruler holds supreme and unchecked power (correct)
  • A political system where the power is decentralized among different branches of government
  • A political system where multiple rulers share power
  • A political system where the power is held by elected representatives

What was the historical significance of Ahmed Urabi's revolt?

  • It marked a key moment of Egyptian opposition to foreign influence and control (correct)
  • It resulted in the strengthening of Khedive Tewfik Pasha's rule
  • It led to the establishment of foreign control over Egypt
  • It had no significant impact on Egyptian nationalism

What is Adam Smith best known for?

  • His contributions to the field of psychology
  • His book 'The Wealth of Nations' and his ideas about free markets (correct)
  • His military leadership during a Scottish war
  • His role in the development of socialist economics

What was the Armenian Genocide?

<p>The systematic mass extermination and deportation of ethnic Armenians by the Ottoman Empire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact did Absolutism have on modern states?

<p>It played a crucial role in shaping modern states by centralizing power and building efficient bureaucracies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which historical figure played a crucial role in shaping modern states by centralizing power and building efficient bureaucracies?

<p>Adam Smith (A), Adam Smith (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant impact of Ahmed Urabi's revolt in the late 19th century?

<p>It marked a key moment of Egyptian opposition to foreign influence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept is Adam Smith best known for, which laid the foundations of classical economics?

<p>Free markets and the 'invisible hand' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the political system where a single ruler holds supreme and unchecked power, often justified by the notion of divine right?

<p>Absolutism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event during World War I involved the systematic mass extermination and deportation of ethnic Armenians by the Ottoman Empire?

<p>Armenian Genocide (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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