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What was the unique about the way in which these three Indian states slipped into British hands - Satara in 1848, Jhansi in 1853 and Nagpur in 1854?

Answer

Because of the Doctrine of Lapse; if Hindu rulers did not have direct natural heirs, the British would impose their rule.

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Farming in the early New England colonies was challenging because

A) unfamiliar weather and soil conditions affected cultivation B) English laws restricted which crops farmers could plant
C) English investors promoted manufacturing over farming D) foreign plants soon grew out of control in the American soil
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) unfamiliar weather and soil conditions affected cultivation

Explanation:

Farming in the early New England colonies was challenging because unfamiliar weather and soil conditions affected cultivation.

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Which of the following countries is associated with 'Glorious Revolution'?

A) France B) Russia
C) USA D) England
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) England

Explanation:

After the deaths of  Cromwell monarchy was restored and Charles II was made king of England. He and his successor, James II tried to assert the superiority of the monarchy. But feelings against this kind of rule had grown too strong. In 1688, a group of politicians invited William of Orange, the husband of James II's daughter, Mary, and rulers of Holland, to become king. Without firing a shot, William reached London and James II fled to France. The throne was granted to William and Mary Jointly. This event is known as the 'Glorious Revolution' . This revolution marked the triumph of parliament over the monarchy.

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Many European empires arose in the wake of

A) the expansion of African kingdoms like the Ghana B) Mongol invasions throughout the region
C) Hun invasions that triggered a mass migration D) the collapse of the Byzantine Empire
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) the collapse of the Byzantine Empire

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In which year American Revolution started ?

A) 1774 B) 1775
C) 1776 D) 1777
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 1775

Explanation:

American Revolution started in 1775 and lasted till 1781.

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As a result of wartime production

A) more women volunteered for noncombat groups B) the government borrowed money from citizens
C) people needed government aid to survive D) the average work week for people increased
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) the average work week for people increased

Explanation:

As a result of wartime production, the average work week for people increased.

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Which dynasty was responsible for the Mahabalipuram monuments near Chennai?

Answer

Pallava

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The Congress of Vienna led to revolts in France because

A) People want absolute Monarchy B) To prevent one ruler to take too much power
C) People do not want absolute Monarchy D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) People do not want absolute Monarchy

Explanation:

The Congress of Vienna in 1814 to 1815 led to revolts in France because many people do not want absolute Monarchy.

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