World History & Civilization — Part 2: 40 MCQs with Explanations
40 exam-level world history & civilization MCQs with answers and explanations for PPSC, FPSC, NTS preparation.
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Q1 of 40
Who were the Axis powers in World War-II?
Correct Answer: Option D — Germany, Italy, Japan
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Germany, Italy, Japan is the correct answer to “Who were the Axis powers in World War-II”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
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Q2 of 40
The war criminals of the 2nd World War were put to trial in?
Correct Answer: Option C — Nuremburg
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Nuremburg is the correct answer to “The war criminals of the 2nd World War were put to trial in”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q3 of 40
Punic wars were fought between _________?
Correct Answer: Option D — Carthage and Roman
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Punic wars were fought between Carthage and Roman .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q4 of 40
Peloponnesian wars were fought from _______?
Correct Answer: Option A — 431 to 405 BC
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Peloponnesian wars were fought from 431 to 405 BC .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q5 of 40
In the war of 1812, Britain set fire to White House in ________?
Correct Answer: Option C — August 1814
Detailed Academic Explanation:
In the war of 1812, Britain set fire to White House in August 1814 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q6 of 40
Battle of Hastings was fought in _________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 1066
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Battle of Hastings was fought in 1066 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
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Q7 of 40
The revolution of fish production is called?
Correct Answer: Option B — Blue Revolution
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Blue Revolution is the correct answer to “The revolution of fish production is called”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q8 of 40
The Treaty of Paris was signed, ending the Crimean War on _________?
Correct Answer: Option C — March 1856
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The Treaty of Paris was signed, ending the Crimean War on March 1856 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q9 of 40
In United States, the Congress declared independence from Great Britain on ___________?
Correct Answer: Option D — July 4, 1776
Detailed Academic Explanation:
In United States, the Congress declared independence from Great Britain on July 4, 1776 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q10 of 40
World War II in Europe was outbreak by the German invasion of ______?
Correct Answer: Option A — Poland
Detailed Academic Explanation:
World War II in Europe was outbreak by the German invasion of Poland .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q11 of 40
Germany signed the Armistice Treaty on __________ and World War I ended?
Correct Answer: Option C — November 11, 1918.
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Germany signed the Armistice Treaty on November 11, 1918. and World War I ended.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q12 of 40
The day of independence of Afghanistan is _____________?
Correct Answer: Option B — 19th August
Detailed Academic Explanation:
The day of independence of Afghanistan is 19th August .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q13 of 40
The Crimean War in 1854–1856 was fought between?
Correct Answer: Option B — Russia and Turkey
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Russia and Turkey is the correct answer to “The Crimean War in 1854–1856 was fought between”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q14 of 40
Independence movement of Vietnam was headed by?
Correct Answer: Option A — Ho Chi Minh
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Ho Chi Minh is the correct answer to “Independence movement of Vietnam was headed by”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q15 of 40
When was the Battle of Plassey fought?
Correct Answer: Option C — 1757
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1757 is the correct answer to “When was the Battle of Plassey fought”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q16 of 40
Which of the following U.S. President died on 4th July 1826?
Correct Answer: Option C — Both A & B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A & B is the correct answer to “Which of the following U.S. President died on 4th July 1826”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q17 of 40
When was Hazrat Sachal Sarmast born?
Correct Answer: Option C — 1739
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1739 is the correct answer to “When was Hazrat Sachal Sarmast born”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q18 of 40
Which famous Asian player has never scored a century outside of Asia?
Correct Answer: Option A — MS Dhoni
Detailed Academic Explanation:
MS Dhoni is the correct answer to “Which famous Asian player has never scored a century outside of Asia”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q19 of 40
Which player, who was born on April 8, 1963 (8-4-63), ended up scoring 8463 runs in his entire Test career?
Correct Answer: Option D — Alec Stewart
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Alec Stewart is the correct answer to “Which player, who was born on April 8, 1963 (8-4-63), ended up scoring 8463 runs in his entire Test career”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q20 of 40
Indian Actor Dilip Kumar was born on_________?
Correct Answer: Option D — 1922
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Indian Actor Dilip Kumar was born on 1922 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q21 of 40
Which of the following Valley was one of the strategic focal points of the war in Vietnam?
Correct Answer: Option B — A Sau Valley
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A Sau Valley is the correct answer to “Which of the following Valley was one of the strategic focal points of the war in Vietnam”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q22 of 40
Hironomiya Naruhito is the ______________ emperor of Japan?
Correct Answer: Option C — 126th
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Hironomiya Naruhito is the 126th emperor of Japan.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q23 of 40
1337-1453 Hundred years’ war involved which two nations?
Correct Answer: Option C — Britain and France
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Britain and France is the correct answer to “1337-1453 Hundred years’ war involved which two nations”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q24 of 40
Ancient Palace “Bam” is located in:_________?
Correct Answer: Option D — Iran
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Ancient Palace “Bam” is located in: Iran .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q25 of 40
When Bangladesh celebrates it’s Independence Day?
Correct Answer: Option A — 26 March
Detailed Academic Explanation:
26 March is the correct answer to “When Bangladesh celebrates it’s Independence Day”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q26 of 40
Who among following is considered to be the father of “Green Revolution”?
Correct Answer: Option B — Norman Borlaug
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Norman Borlaug is the correct answer to “Who among following is considered to be the father of “Green Revolution””. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q27 of 40
Al Ghazzali was born in the year _______?
Correct Answer: Option D — 1058
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Al Ghazzali was born in the year 1058 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q28 of 40
“shock and awe” was the name of USA’s war against _____ in 2003
Correct Answer: Option B — Iraq
Detailed Academic Explanation:
“shock and awe” was the name of USA’s war against Iraq in 2003.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q29 of 40
Arab spring is a series of political revolutions started in________?
Correct Answer: Option C — 2010
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Arab spring is a series of political revolutions started in 2010 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q30 of 40
Which civilization is considered to be the oldest civilization of the world?
Correct Answer: Option A — Sumerian civilization
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Sumerian civilization is the correct answer to “Which civilization is considered to be the oldest civilization of the world”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q31 of 40
Which of the following statement is correct regarding the Korean War 1950-53?
Correct Answer: Option B — USSR backed North Korea
Detailed Academic Explanation:
USSR backed North Korea is the correct answer to “Which of the following statement is correct regarding the Korean War 1950-53”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q32 of 40
Name The Mughal Empire Who Died in 1556 after falling from stairs?
Correct Answer: Option A — Humayun
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Humayun is the correct answer to “Name The Mughal Empire Who Died in 1556 after falling from stairs”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q33 of 40
Wars of Crusade started in___________?
Correct Answer: Option A — 1095
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Wars of Crusade started in 1095 .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q34 of 40
Kai valley is ancient valley of Sindh situated in:____________?
Correct Answer: Option A — Jamshoro
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Kai valley is ancient valley of Sindh situated in: Jamshoro .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q35 of 40
Who was the Greek goddess of war and wisdom?
Correct Answer: Option B — Athena
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Athena is the correct answer to “Who was the Greek goddess of war and wisdom”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q36 of 40
Boxer Muhammad Ali died of which disease?
Correct Answer: Option B — Parkinson
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Parkinson is the correct answer to “Boxer Muhammad Ali died of which disease”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q37 of 40
Qawali was introduced in the 13th century by___________?
Correct Answer: Option A — Amir Khusru
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Qawali was introduced in the 13th century by Amir Khusru .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q38 of 40
Who won World War 1?
Correct Answer: Option A — U.S.A, U.k and France
Detailed Academic Explanation:
U.S.A, U.k and France is the correct answer to “Who won World War 1”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q39 of 40
Origin of ‘Modren Globaliztion’ i.e Globalization of 20th/21st century can mainly be credited to_________?
Correct Answer: Option A — Bretton Woods Conferences
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Origin of ‘Modren Globaliztion’ i.e Globalization of 20th/21st century can mainly be credited to Bretton Woods Conferences .
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
Q40 of 40
When Was Air Commodore Muhammad Mahmood Alam Born?
Correct Answer: Option A — 6th July 1935
Detailed Academic Explanation:
6th July 1935 is the correct answer to “When Was Air Commodore Muhammad Mahmood Alam Born”. Items of this type are drawn from the World History & Civilization — Part 2 syllabus of Pakistani competitive exams, where the fact is tested verbatim.
💡 Key Conceptual Anchor:
World History & Civilization
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