Quiz on the Battle of Plassey

What was a major cause of the Battle of Plassey?

• Religious conflict

• Cultural differences

• Competition for control of Indian trade

• Border disputes

Which European power was a key competitor with the British in the Battle of Plassey?

• Dutch

• Spanish

• French

• Portuguese

Who was the Nawab of Bengal during the Battle of Plassey?

• Robert Clive

• Siraj-ud-Daulah

• Shah Alam II

• Mir Jafar

What was the role of the British East India Company in the events leading up to the Battle of Plassey?

• They were neutral observers

• They supported Siraj-ud-Daulah

• They supported Mir Jafar

• They played both sides for their own benefit

What was one immediate result of the Battle of Plassey?

• Independence for Bengal

• British control over Bengal

• Restoration of the Mughal Empire

• French control over Bengal

How did the Battle of Plassey impact the British East India Company?

• It led to their expulsion from India

• It had no impact on their operations

• It weakened their position in India

• It strengthened their control over Indian territories