CBSE Class 7 Social Science The Rise of Empires (Class 7 NCERT New) Quiz 14

1. What was one major effect of European colonization on the Americas?

A Decline of European population B Spread of Asian culture C Destruction of native civilizations and cultures D Rise of African empires

2. What was the purpose of the British and French East India Companies?

A To convert people to Christianity B To develop new navigation tools C To control trade and resources in Asia D To build alliances with local rulers

3. Which empire was the first to colonize the Philippines?

A Portugal B France C Spain D England

4. What advantage did European nations gain from colonies?

A Access to raw materials and new markets B Freedom from wars C A system of democracy D Religious independence

5. If a modern country takes over another to control its resources, which historical concept does this reflect?

A Absolutism B Liberalism C Imperialism D Feudalism

6. The Meiji Restoration in Japan is an example of what?

A Returning to isolation B Rapid modernization and industrialization C Expanding religious influence D Weakening of government power

7. Which Enlightenment idea most influenced the U.S. Declaration of Independence?

A Divine Right of Kings B Natural Rights – Life, Liberty, Property C Social Darwinism D Religious Uniformity

8. What does the Age of Absolutism teach modern societies about leadership?

A Unlimited power often leads to abuse B Monarchs are chosen by God C Only kings can maintain peace D Power must belong to a single ruler

9. When citizens today vote for leaders and laws, which Enlightenment idea are they practicing?

A Divine Right B General Will C Censorship D Mercantilism

10. How did the goals of Portugal and Spain differ from those of England and the Netherlands?

A Portugal and Spain sought trade; England and the Netherlands sought exploration. B Portugal and Spain sought trade and conversion; England and the Netherlands sought trade and colonization. C England wanted to spread Islam; Portugal wanted to spread Buddhism. D They all had identical motives.