History Quiz #319
Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 23 February 2015
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Q1.
The husband of Mumtaz designed and built what magnificent monument in India to her when she died in 1631?
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Q2.
Which was the last imperial dynasty to rule in China?
Note: This question was updated in December 2016
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Q3.
How long was the Hundred Years' War, fought between England and France in the 14th and 15th centuries?
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Q4.
What ancient Sumerian city stood on the banks of the Euphrates River between 3200 and 2300 BC?
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Q5.
What forces or countries were involved in the War of the Pacific?
A
The Allies and Japan in the Solomon Islands during World War II
B
France and the indigenous peoples of Noumea
D
Chile, Bolivia and Peru
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Q6.
Who was the English King at the Battle of Agincourt?
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Q7.
In which 20th century conflict did the "Tet offensive" take place?
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