British Control of India Quiz

Which famous band went to India to spiritually 'find themselves' and began making Indian music?

• The Rolling Stones

• The Beatles

• Led Zeppelin

• Pink Floyd

What is one reason people have been drawn to India for thousands of years?

• Its cold climate

• Its unique culture

• Its modern architecture

• Its deserts

Why did Europeans want to make their trade arrangements more permanent?

• To explore new lands

• To maximize their profits

• To spread religion

• To establish colonies

During which years did the East India Company have its armies?

• 1600-1700

• 1750-1850

• 1800-1900

• 1850-1950

The East India Company's army was part of which empire's history?

• Roman Empire

• British Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Mongol Empire

The fortresses set up by the East India Company were similar to those built after which year?

• 1000

• 1066

• 1200

• 1300

What color represents the Mughal Empire on the map?

• Blue

• Green

• Orange

• Red

What was the decisive battle led by Clive in 1757?

• Battle of Buxar

• Battle of Panipat

• Battle of Plassey

• Battle of Haldighati

Who were defeated by Clive's army in the Battle of Plassey?

• The Marathas

• The Mughals

• The French

• The Portuguese

How many of the 3,000 EIC soldiers were actually Indians?

• 1,000

• 2,200

• 1,500

• 3,000