History quiz History – Social and Cultural History Quiz By isitok - September 6, 2024 0 82 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Page 1 of 20 1. Who is considered the "Father of Sociology" for his pioneering work in developing the field of sociology in the 19th century? A) Karl Marx B) Max Weber C) Auguste Comte D) Emile Durkheim Page 2 of 20 2. What 1960s social movement in the United States aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination and achieve civil rights for African Americans? A) The Feminist Movement B) The Civil Rights Movement C) The Gay Rights Movement D) The Environmental Movement Page 3 of 20 3. What influential 19th-century document advocated for women's rights and was authored by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott? A) The Declaration of Sentiments B) The Magna Carta C) The Communist Manifesto D) The Universal Declaration of Human Rights Page 4 of 20 4. What major global event from 1914 to 1918 drastically changed social and cultural norms, including the role of women in society? A) The Great Depression B) World War I C) The Cold War D) The Roaring Twenties Page 5 of 20 5. Which artist and leader of the Mexican Muralism movement used his work to address social and political issues in early 20th-century Mexico? A) Diego Rivera B) Frida Kahlo C) David Alfaro Siqueiros D) José Clemente Orozco Page 6 of 20 6. What was the primary focus of the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural movement that took place in the 1920s in the United States? A) Industrialization B) Racial Equality C) Artistic and Litera ry ExpressionD) Economic Reforms Page 7 of 20 7. What landmark 1954 U.S. Supreme Court case declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional? A) Brown v. Board of Education B) Roe v. Wade C) Plessy v. Ferguson D) Miranda v. Arizona Page 8 of 20 8. What was the name of the 1969 event in New York City that marked a turning point in the struggle for LGBTQ+ rights? A) The Stonewall Riots B) The March on Washington D) The Compton's Cafeteria Riot Page 9 of 20 9. Who was the prominent figure in the Indian independence movement known for his philosophy of nonviolent resistance? A) Jawaharlal Nehru B) Bhagat Singh C) Mahatma Gandhi D) Subhas Chandra Bose Page 10 of 20 10. What social and cultural movement in the 1960s and 1970s sought to address gender inequalities and advocate for women's rights and liberation? A) The Civil Rights Movement B) The Feminist Movement C) The New Left Movement D) The Anti-War Movement Page 11 of 20 11. What was the significance of the Berlin Wall, erected in 1961 and dismantled in 1989? A) It represented the division between the Soviet Union and Western democracies during the Cold War. B) It was a symbol of economic prosperity in West Germany. C) It was a major cultural landmark in Berlin. D) It was a site for major international diplomacy meetings. Page 12 of 20 12. What 19th-century literary movement focused on the depiction of everyday life and social issues, often with a focus on the working class? A) Romanticism B) Realism C) Modernism D) Symbolism Page 13 of 20 13. What term refers to the economic and social changes that occurred in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, transforming industries and labor systems? A) The Information Age B) The Agricultural Revolution C) The Industrial Revolution D) The Scientific Revolution Page 14 of 20 14. Which movement, beginning in the late 18th century, aimed to reform society and institutions according to Enlightenment ideals of reason and equality? A) The Enlightenment B) The Renaissance C) The Romantic Movement D) The Reformation Page 15 of 20 15. What social and cultural phenomenon in the 1960s and 1970s challenged traditional norms and values, particularly in areas like music, fashion, and attitudes towards authority? A) The Beat Generation B) The Hippie Movement C) The Punk Rock Movement D) The New Wave Movement Page 16 of 20 16. Who was the influential 20th-century sociologist known for his study of the Protestant ethic and its impact on the development of capitalism? A) Max Weber B) Karl Marx C) Émile Durkheim D) Georg Simmel Page 17 of 20 17. What major event in the 20th century led to the widespread adoption of civil rights legislation and the end of racial segregation in the United States? A) The Civil Rights Act of 1964 B) The Voting Rights Act of 1965 C) The Fair Housing Act of 1968 D) All of the above Page 18 of 20 18. What cultural and intellectual movement of the 18th century emphasized reason, individualism, and skepticism of traditional authorities? A) The Renaissance B) The Enlightenment C) The Baroque Era D) The Romantic Era Page 19 of 20 19. What social reformer and activist was known for her work in the 19th-century United States to improve conditions for women and children, particularly in the labor force? A) Jane Addams B) Susan B. Anthony C) Harriet Tubman D) Elizabeth Cady Stanto Page 20 of 20 20. What was the primary goal of the cultural policies implemented during the Cultural Revolution in China (1966-1976)? A) To modernize the Chinese economy B) To promote traditional Chinese culture C) To enforce communist ideology and eliminate perceived capitalist and traditional elements D) To establish international diplomatic relations Please provide your contact information to proceed.Email Address *First Name *Consent *Yes, I agree with the privacy policy and terms and conditions.Start QuizSkip and continue
