World History - Study Mode

[#266] When was Byzantines recaptured?
Correct Answer

(B) 1261

Explanation

Solution: By 1291 all the crusader states had been captured or forced from the mainland. In 1261 the Byzantines recaptured Constantinople and re-established the Byzantine Empire.

[#267] Which philosopher said about the Holy Roman Empire that "it is neither Holy nor Roman nor Empire"
Correct Answer

(A) Voltaire

Explanation

Solution: Voltaire was once asked what he thought about the Holy Roman Empire. His witty response was that "it is neither holy, nor Roman nor empire.

[#268] Who was the second President of America
Correct Answer

(D) John Adams

Explanation

Solution: John Adams (1735-1826) was a leader of the American Revolution, and served as the second U.S. president from 1797 to 1801. He then served a term as the nation's second president. He was defeated for another term by Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826).

[#269] The Wailing wall is situated in
Correct Answer

(C) Jerusalem

Explanation

Solution: The Wailing wall, Jerusalem is the holy site of Jews. It derived its name from Arabic term el- Mabka which means "place of weeping".

[#270] Which of the following is a wonder of the ancient world?
Correct Answer

(A) The statue of Jupiter Zeus at Olympia

Explanation

Solution: The statue of Jupiter Zeus, i.e. king of Gods was built around 432 B.C. as a shrine to Greek God Zeus. Olympic games got organized in the memory of Zeus.