The Paris Pact (Kellogg-Briand Pact) was signed in _____. A. 1924 B. 1928 C. 1932 D. 1936 Explanation: It was signed in 1928 to renounce war.
The Balfour Declaration (1917) announced the establishment of a Jewish homeland in _____. A. Geneva B. Washington C. Palestine D. Paris Explanation: It supported a Jewish homeland in Palestine.
The “Big Four” (USA, UK, France, USSR) are associated with _____. A. World War I B. World War II C. WTO D. League of Nations Explanation: These countries were key Allied powers in WWII.
Who coined the phrase “Knowledge is power”? A. Stalin B. Francis Bacon C. Jefferson D. Keats Explanation: Francis Bacon popularized this phrase.
The Pulitzer Prize is awarded for _____. A. Journalism and literature B. Scientific achievement C. Contribution to world peace D. Literature only Explanation: It recognizes excellence in journalism and literature.
A non-member who can participate in proceedings of either House of Parliament is the _____. A. Vice President B. Chief Justice C. Attorney General D. Chief Election Commissioner Explanation: The Attorney General can participate but cannot vote.
The Pyramids of Egypt are believed to have been built more than _____ ago. A. 2000 years B. 3000 years C. 4000 years D. 5000 years Explanation: The pyramids date back over 4000 years to ancient Egypt.
The husband of the Queen of the UK is called _____. A. Duke of UK B. Duke of Edinburgh C. Duke of Wellington D. None of these Explanation: Prince Philip held this title.
Seraglio refers to _____. A. Sultan’s residence in Istanbul B. A roof opening C. Pillar type D. Escape passage Explanation: Seraglio refers to Ottoman palace complexes.
Which is considered the first democratic country? A. USA B. Russia C. UK D. India Explanation: The UK developed early parliamentary democracy.