PPSC Drug Inspector (BS-16) General Knowledge: Historical Events MCQs

PPSC Drug Inspector (BS-16) General Knowledge: Historical Events MCQs — sample questions

1. Question 1

   Q1. Which is considered the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?

   • A) The Hanging Gardens of Babylon
   • B) The Pyramids of Egypt
   • C) The Colossus of Rhodes
   • D) The Tomb of Mausolus

   Answer: The Pyramids of Egypt

   Explanation: The Great Pyramid of Giza (Pyramids of Egypt) is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one still largely intact.

2. Question 2

   Q2. In World War II, which battle support was most needed?

   • A) Ordnance support
   • B) Air support
   • C) Naval support
   • D) None of these

   Answer: Air support

   Explanation: Air support is correct. World History is a recurring GK theme in NTS, HEC, and civil service screening papers.

3. Question 3

   Q3. The French Revolution began in

   • A) in 1791
   • B) in 1789
   • C) in 1792
   • D) in 1790

   Answer: in 1789

   Explanation: The French Revolution began in 1789 with the storming of the Bastille on July 14, marking the end of the Ancien Régime.

4. Question 4

   Q4. Which country invaded Egypt during Suez crisis in 1956?

   • A) Germany
   • B) France
   • C) Israel
   • D) England

   Answer: Israel

   Explanation: During the 1956 Suez Crisis, Israel invaded Egypt first (October 29), followed by Britain and France; Israel's initial military action triggered the wider conflict.

5. Question 5

   Q5. The Crimean War was fought between an alliance including Britain and

   • A) France
   • B) Russia
   • C) Japan
   • D) Spain

   Answer: Russia

   Explanation: The Crimean War (1853-1856) was fought between Russia on one side and an alliance of Britain, France, the Ottoman Empire, and Sardinia on the other, resulting in Russian defeat.