General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
24941
Which New Seven Wonder, a complex of structures, served as a center for the Maya civilization until the Spanish conquest?
Answer:
Chichen Itza was one of the largest Maya cities and likely one of the great mythical cities, thriving until the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors.
24942
The Great Wall of China is the longest human-made structure in the world. What is its approximate total length, including branches and natural barriers?
Answer:
Official archaeological surveys state the Great Wall, including all its branches, trenches, and natural barriers, spans approximately 21,196 kilometers (13,171 miles).
24943
The Temple of Artemis was located in Ephesus, a city that is now part of which modern country?
Answer:
Ephesus was an ancient Greek city on the coast of Ionia, now located near the town of Selçuk in modern-day Turkey.
24944
The colossal statue of Christ the Redeemer was completed in which year?
Answer:
The Christ the Redeemer statue was finished and inaugurated on October 12, 1931, after a five-year construction period, in time for Brazil's independence centenary.
24945
Which of the following is commonly associated with the 'Seven Wonders of the Natural World' list (not the man-made lists)?
Answer:
The Amazon Rainforest and River was officially recognized as one of the New7Wonders of Nature in 2011, making it a prominent member of that modern list.
24946
The Colosseum was able to host mock sea battles (naumachiae) by doing what to the arena floor?
Answer:
Early accounts suggest the Colosseum had the capability to be rapidly flooded using water channeled from a nearby aqueduct, allowing for spectacular naval battle recreations.
24947
Which New Seven Wonder site was the ceremonial heart of the Inca civilization?
Answer:
Machu Picchu is considered a significant ceremonial and administrative center of the Inca Empire, built in the classical Inca style with polished dry-stone walls.
24948
Which New Seven Wonder statue stands with open arms, symbolizing peace and welcoming visitors to Rio de Janeiro?
Answer:
Christ the Redeemer in Brazil, with its outstretched arms, is an internationally recognized symbol of peace and hospitality, facing the city of Rio de Janeiro.
24949
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus was eventually dismantled, and its stone was used to construct which nearby fortification?
Answer:
The stones from the ruined Mausoleum were reused by the Knights of St John during the 15th century to fortify their nearby stronghold, the Castle of St Peter (now Bodrum Castle) in Turkey.
24950
Which New Seven Wonder spans several regions of China, protecting against incursions from the north?
Answer:
The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications generally running east to west across the historical northern borders of China, built to defend against various nomadic groups.