Who was the first Emperor of Rome? A. Julius Caesar B. Augustus C. Nero D. Trajan Explanation: Augustus became the first Roman Emperor after the fall of the Republic.
The “Magna Carta” was signed in: A. 1066 B. 1215 C. 1314 D. 1453 Explanation: It limited the powers of King John of England.
Which country hosts the headquarters of the International Court of Justice? A. Switzerland B. Netherlands C. Belgium D. France Explanation: The ICJ is located in The Hague, Netherlands.
The philosopher Aristotle was a student of: A. Socrates B. Plato C. Epicurus D. Zeno Explanation: Aristotle studied under Plato at the Academy.
Which river is historically associated with ancient Mesopotamia? A. Nile B. Indus C. Tigris D. Yellow River Explanation: The Tigris and Euphrates formed the Mesopotamian civilization.
The “Opium Wars” were fought between China and: A. France B. Britain C. Japan D. Russia Explanation: Britain fought China over trade and opium disputes.
Which Cold War doctrine aimed to contain communism? A. Truman Doctrine B. Monroe Doctrine C. Brezhnev Doctrine D. Nixon Doctrine Explanation: The Truman Doctrine focused on preventing the spread of communism.
The capital of the Inca Empire was: A. Machu Picchu B. Cusco C. Quito D. Lima Explanation: Cusco served as the administrative and cultural center.
Which philosopher wrote “Leviathan”? A. John Locke B. Thomas Hobbes C. Montesquieu D. Voltaire Explanation: Hobbes argued for absolute sovereignty to avoid chaos.
The “Scramble for Africa” largely occurred during which century? A. 17th B. 18th C. 19th D. 20th Explanation: European powers rapidly colonized Africa in the late 19th century.