World History

Which plants was domesticated in the 'New World'

Which one of the following groups of plants was domesticated in the 'New World' and introduced into the 'Old World?

  1. Tobacco, cocoa and rubber
  2. Tobacco, cotton and rubber
  3. Cotton, coffee and sugarcane
  4. Rubber, coffee and wheat

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Consider statements concerning the initial phase of the Industrial Revolution

Consider the following statements concerning the initial phase of the Industrial Revolution in England.

  1. England was fortunate in that coal and iron ore were plentifully available to be used in the Industry.
  2. Until the 18th century, there was a scarcity of usable iron.
  1. Only 1
  2. Only 2
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

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Which events was associated with the American War of Independence

Which one of the following events was associated with the American War of Independence?

  1. Fall of Bastille
  2. Reign of terror
  3. Tennis court oath
  4. Boston Tea Party

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The Stamp Act Congress consisting of delegates from nine

The Stamp Act Congress consisting of delegates from nine of the thirteen colonies met in 1765 at

  1. Providence
  2. Boston
  3. Philadelphia
  4. New York City

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