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Which ancient civilization is known for its contributions to democracy?
The ancient Greek civilization is known for its contributions to democracy. Emerging around the 5th century BC, especially in the...
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In which year did the Stock Market Crash, leading to the Great Depression?
The Stock Market Crash occurred in 1929 and is widely recognized as the catalyst for the Great Depression. The crash,...
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Who was the famous queen of France who said, "Let them eat cake"?
Marie Antoinette, the famous queen of France, is often quoted as saying, "Let them eat cake." This statement is traditionally...
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What was the primary cause of the Opium Wars?
The primary cause of the Opium Wars, which began in the mid-19th century between Britain and China, was the British...
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Which ancient city was famously buried by volcanic ash in 79 AD?
Pompeii is the ancient city that was famously buried by volcanic ash in 79 AD during the eruption of Mount...
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What historic event is celebrated on July 4th in the United States?
The historic event celebrated on July 4th in the United States is Independence Day, which commemorates the adoption of the...
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Updated: 06 Nov 2025
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What was the main result of the Magna Carta signed in 1215?
The main result of the Magna Carta, signed in 1215, was the establishment of the principle that the king's powers...
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Which two countries were involved in the Cold War?
The two countries involved in the Cold War were the United States and the Soviet Union. This prolonged period of...
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What famous battle marked the turning point of the American Revolutionary War?
The Battle of Saratoga, fought in 1777, marked the turning point of the American Revolutionary War. American forces, under Generals...
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What event did Martin Luther famously nail his 95 Theses to, sparking the Protestant Reformation?
Martin Luther famously nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany, on October 31,...
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Who is known as the “Father of History” for his work on ancient Mediterranean civilizations?
Herodotus is known as the "Father of History" for his extensive work "Histories," which documented the events of ancient Mediterranean...
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Which document declared the 13 American colonies free from British rule?
The document that declared the 13 American colonies free from British rule is the Declaration of Independence, adopted on July...
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Who was assassinated in Sarajevo in 1914, triggering World War I?
Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, an event that famously triggered World War...
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What significant event started the French Revolution in 1789?
The significant event that started the French Revolution in 1789 was the convening of the Estates-General in May of that...
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What year did Christopher Columbus first land in the Americas?
Christopher Columbus first landed in the Americas on October 12, 1492. His arrival marked a pivotal moment in world history,...
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What was the major global impact of the events of September 11, 2001?
The events of September 11, 2001, had a profound global impact, particularly on international security and foreign policy. The terrorist...
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What was the impact of perestroika on the Soviet Union during the late 20th century?
Perestroika, introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev in the mid-1980s, was a series of reforms aimed at restructuring the Soviet Union's economy...
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What monumental project did the U.S. undertake after World War II to rebuild Europe?
After World War II, the U.S. undertook the Marshall Plan (officially the European Recovery Program) to rebuild Europe. Initiated in...
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What was the purpose of the Equal Rights Amendment introduced in Congress?
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), introduced in Congress in the 1920s but gaining traction in the 1970s, aimed to guarantee...
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What historical event is recognized for establishing a constitutional monarchy in England?
The historical event that established a constitutional monarchy in England was the Glorious Revolution of 1688. This largely bloodless coup...
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Updated: 25 Nov 2025
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