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प्रश्न
What do you know about the Quakers?
उत्तर
- Quakers were members of a Christian group called the Society of Friends who, while laying emphasis on the Holy Spirit, rejected outward rites and an ordained ministry.
- George Fox was the founder of the society in England. Quakers have the reputation of actively working for peace and opposing war.
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Fill in the blank:
In about 200 years, the United States of America transformed itself into the most ___________ country of the world.
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The Constitution of the United States has served as a __________ and __________ to several countries.
Answer the following question in one or two words/ sentences:
Name any two European philosophers whose ideas inspired and influenced the American revolutionaries.
Candide was written by ____________.
Choose the correct statement
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- Who were the prominent members of the Congress?
- What did they do?
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