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What was one of the reasons for the spontaneous participation of common people in the Crusades?
What was one of the reasons for the spontaneous participation of common people in the Crusades?
Which two Italian cities were significant trading centers that contributed to the support of the Crusades?
Which two Italian cities were significant trading centers that contributed to the support of the Crusades?
What pivotal event marked the beginning of the first Crusade?
What pivotal event marked the beginning of the first Crusade?
Which major defeat did the Crusaders face in 1187 C.E.?
Which major defeat did the Crusaders face in 1187 C.E.?
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What does the term 'Renaissance' mean?
What does the term 'Renaissance' mean?
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How many crusades were ultimately launched throughout the Crusades period?
How many crusades were ultimately launched throughout the Crusades period?
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Which ancient traditions were revived during the Renaissance period in Europe?
Which ancient traditions were revived during the Renaissance period in Europe?
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What characterized the broader impact of the Renaissance beyond the revival of ancient traditions?
What characterized the broader impact of the Renaissance beyond the revival of ancient traditions?
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What action did King Thibaw of Myanmar take that concerned the British?
What action did King Thibaw of Myanmar take that concerned the British?
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Who is considered the father of empirical science?
Who is considered the father of empirical science?
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What similar policy did the British employ concerning other leaders?
What similar policy did the British employ concerning other leaders?
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Where was King Thibaw imprisoned after his defeat?
Where was King Thibaw imprisoned after his defeat?
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Which scientist proposed that the center of our planetary system is the Sun?
Which scientist proposed that the center of our planetary system is the Sun?
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What was a significant economic impact of European colonialism?
What was a significant economic impact of European colonialism?
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What significant act did Lokmanya Tilak perform while imprisoned in Mandalay?
What significant act did Lokmanya Tilak perform while imprisoned in Mandalay?
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Which of the following was a cause of the rise of colonialism?
Which of the following was a cause of the rise of colonialism?
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Which countries did King Thibaw of Myanmar attempt to ally with?
Which countries did King Thibaw of Myanmar attempt to ally with?
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What term is used to describe the act of a developed nation occupying the land of a less developed nation?
What term is used to describe the act of a developed nation occupying the land of a less developed nation?
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What was the primary reason for British concern regarding King Thibaw's actions?
What was the primary reason for British concern regarding King Thibaw's actions?
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What led to the Anglo-Nepalese wars?
What led to the Anglo-Nepalese wars?
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What was the underlying reason for competition among European countries during colonialism?
What was the underlying reason for competition among European countries during colonialism?
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Which of these continents saw significant European colonization?
Which of these continents saw significant European colonization?
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How did the British ensure that King Thibaw could not rise against them after his defeat?
How did the British ensure that King Thibaw could not rise against them after his defeat?
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What factor was NOT mentioned as a cause of European colonialism?
What factor was NOT mentioned as a cause of European colonialism?
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What was a major driving factor behind the rise of colonialism in Europe?
What was a major driving factor behind the rise of colonialism in Europe?
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What significant event occurred on July 4, 1776?
What significant event occurred on July 4, 1776?
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Which of the following was NOT a consequence of colonialism for people in Asia and Africa?
Which of the following was NOT a consequence of colonialism for people in Asia and Africa?
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How did colonialism affect the introduction of Christianity in colonized regions?
How did colonialism affect the introduction of Christianity in colonized regions?
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Who drafted the Declaration of Independence?
Who drafted the Declaration of Independence?
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Which basic human rights are declared in the Declaration of Independence?
Which basic human rights are declared in the Declaration of Independence?
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What was one perceived responsibility of European colonialists?
What was one perceived responsibility of European colonialists?
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What was the purpose of the Stamp Act imposed by the British?
What was the purpose of the Stamp Act imposed by the British?
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What economic strategy did European nations utilize to maintain low production costs?
What economic strategy did European nations utilize to maintain low production costs?
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What was a positive outcome that emerged during the colonial period?
What was a positive outcome that emerged during the colonial period?
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What was one of the outcomes of the battles between the colonies and the British army?
What was one of the outcomes of the battles between the colonies and the British army?
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What was the main motivation for England to establish colonies in North America?
What was the main motivation for England to establish colonies in North America?
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Which two factors combined made it necessary for European nations to establish supremacy through colonialism?
Which two factors combined made it necessary for European nations to establish supremacy through colonialism?
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How did the Industrial Revolution influence European capitalists?
How did the Industrial Revolution influence European capitalists?
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Which law authorized only British companies for sea transport?
Which law authorized only British companies for sea transport?
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What was a significant societal measure adopted by European settlers in New Zealand?
What was a significant societal measure adopted by European settlers in New Zealand?
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What was one of the restrictions imposed by the Portuguese in India?
What was one of the restrictions imposed by the Portuguese in India?
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What incentive was offered to attract people under Portuguese rule?
What incentive was offered to attract people under Portuguese rule?
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What did Vasco-da-Gama bring back to Portugal from India?
What did Vasco-da-Gama bring back to Portugal from India?
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What was the purpose of the British 'factories' established in India?
What was the purpose of the British 'factories' established in India?
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What authority was granted to the British company in 1623?
What authority was granted to the British company in 1623?
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What was the expected trade return ratio for Vasco-da-Gama's profits?
What was the expected trade return ratio for Vasco-da-Gama's profits?
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Which spice was noted as a rich resource by the King of Calicut?
Which spice was noted as a rich resource by the King of Calicut?
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What role did the staff of the factories fulfill?
What role did the staff of the factories fulfill?
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Fundamental Duties
- Every citizen of India has fundamental duties.
- Abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals, institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem.
- Cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom.
- Uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India.
- Defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so.
- Promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all people, transcending religious, linguistic and regional or sectional diversities.
- Value and preserve the rich heritage of India's composite culture.
- Protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wild life, and to have compassion for living creatures.
- Develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform.
- Safeguard public property and abjure violence.
- Strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavour and achievement.
- Give children opportunities for education from the age of six to fourteen.
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Test your knowledge on the key events and figures of the Crusades and the Renaissance period. This quiz explores significant battles, influential cities, and important scientific discoveries that shaped history. Challenge yourself and see how well you know this transformative era.
