Oxford University Press solutions for The Trail History and Civics [English] Class 8 chapter 3 - The Age of Revolution [Latest edition]

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The American War of Independence was the first ______ political revolution in the history of the world.

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The discovery of the American continent was followed by the establishment of __________ European settlements in the 16th century.

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The colonists argued that the British Parliament had no right to tax the colonists because they had no ___________ in the ______________.

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_________________ was chosen as the commander of the American troops in the war against the British.

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In 1776, the representatives of the colonists met at Philadelphia and adopted a _______________.

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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.

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French society was divided into three main classes, namely ____________, ___________ and ________.

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The revolutionary writings of political philosophers like _______, _______ and _____________ greatly influenced the middle-class intellectuals in France.

The French administration was ______ and ______.

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The central figure during the revolutionary war in France was ______.

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By the mid-18th century, ____________ British colonies had been established on the east coast of North America.

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_________ is celebrated as American Independence Day.

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The Second Estate consisted of the ______.

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Marie Antoinette was the queen of ________.

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______ is celebrated as a national holiday in France.

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By the middle of the 18th century, eleven British colonies had been established along the east coast of North America.

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The American colonists were rigid and conservative.

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The American revolutionaries were greatly impressed by the ideas of European philosophers.

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George Washington was the first elected President of the United States of America.

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The French Revolution laid the foundation of a democratic government.

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Which particular incident sparked off the American War of independence? What is the importance of this event?

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Name any two European philosophers whose ideas inspired and influenced the American revolutionaries.

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What is the significance of the 4th of July in American history?

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Mention two characteristic features of the French monarchy.

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In what way did the American Revolution influence the Indian Constitution?

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Why is the French Revolution of 1789 considered a turning point in human history?

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Mention the role of the political philosophers in the overthrow of the French monarchy.

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What effect did the American Revolution have on the French people?

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The American War of Independence was the first organized political revolution in the history of the world. In this context answer the following question:

How was an American colony governed? Why were the colonists resentful?

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The American War of Independence was the first organized political revolution in the history of the world. In this context answer the following question:

How did the American colonists differ from the British?

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The American War of Independence was the first organized political revolution in the history of the world. In this context answer the following question:

Why did the American colonists refuse to pay taxes imposed by the British Parliament in London? Give an account of the Boston Tea Party incident.

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The British monarch, King George III, refused to withdraw the unjust and oppressive Acts imposed on the colonists and declared war on them. In this context discuss:

The revolutionary principles and ideas in the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

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The British monarch, King George III, refused to withdraw the unjust and oppressive Acts imposed on the colonists and declared war on them. In this context discuss:

The terms and long-term impact of the Treaty of Paris

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The British monarch, King George III, refused to withdraw the unjust and oppressive Acts imposed on the colonists and declared war on them. In this context discuss:

The important features of the newly established United States of America.

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The French Revolution of 1789 was a milestone and a major turning point in human history. In this context discuss the following causes:

An unjust, unequal social order of the Ancient Regime

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The French Revolution of 1789 was a milestone and a major turning point in human history. In this context discuss the following causes:

The growing power of the middle class.

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The French Revolution of 1789 was a milestone and a major turning point in human history. In this context discuss the following causes:

An inefficient, corrupt administration

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With reference to the French Revolution, discuss the following:

The Tennis Court Oath

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The storming of the Bastille

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The adoption of the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen and its fundamental principles

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Mention any four revolutionary changes that took place in France after the Revolution of 1789.

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What effect did the French Revolution have on the rest of Europe?

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What impact did the French revolutionary principles have on political developments in India in the middle of the 19th century?

This picture depicts a very important event in world history wherein a great mob is shown attacking a state prison.

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This picture depicts a very important event in world history wherein a great mob is shown attacking a state prison.

In which country did it take place and when?

This picture depicts a very important event in world history wherein a great mob is shown attacking a state prison.

 What is the significance of this event?

This picture depicts a very important event in world history wherein a great mob is shown attacking a state prison.

Give a brief account of the developments that followed this event.

Into how many classes were French society divided? What did each class consist of?

Briefly discuss the inequalities and injustices in French society.

Examine the drawbacks of the French monarch and the French administration which angered the French intellectuals and eventually led to the Revolution of 1789.

Why is 14 July celebrated as a national holiday in France?

What important principles did the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen establish?