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Which treaty formally ended the Spanish-American War in 1898?

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Which empire is known for the phrase 'The sun never sets on the British Empire'?

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Which country colonized Australia and New Zealand during the 18th and 19th centuries?

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In which year did India gain independence from British rule?

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What was the primary purpose of the British East India Company when it was established in the 17th century?

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Who was the prominent civil rights leader advocating for the independence of India from British rule?

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Which famous painter is known for the frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?

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Which city is often referred to as the birthplace of the Renaissance?

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Which invention by Johannes Gutenberg had a profound impact on the spread of Renaissance ideas?

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Which explorer's voyages helped to expand European knowledge of the Americas during the Renaissance era?

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What was the main purpose of medieval cathedrals?

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What system of land ownership and service dominated medieval European society?

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Which religious institution held considerable power and influence throughout the medieval period?

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What is the main characteristic of Renaissance art compared to preceding styles?

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Which of these works was created by Leonardo da Vinci?

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Which famous sculpture, created by Michelangelo, depicts the biblical hero David?

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What is the term for the artistic movement that began in Italy in the 14th century and spread throughout Europe?

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In art, what does the term 'fresco' refer to?

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What major change did the Age of Exploration bring to global trade?

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What invention greatly aided navigation during the Age of Exploration?

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