Welcome to your GRADE 12 HISTORY MODEL EXAMINATIONS 2017
GRADE 12 HISTORY MODEL EXAMINATIONS
JAN, 2017
1.
Which of the following statement explained history?
2.
which of the following includes others?
3.
which of the following was the main factor for the beginning of early civilization?
4.
Which of the following statement is incorrect about the roles of the leaders of the theocratic state?
5.
Which document provides a detailed account of the Aksumite state and its ports around the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden?
6.
One of the following factors contributed for the emergence of complex communities?
7.
To which language superfamily does the Arabic language belong?
8.
Which of the following combination is incorrect?
9.
The edict of Milan was declared by one of the following Roman’s emperors?
10.
During the early Christian era, the two cities that competed for religious power were?
11.
Which of the following factor accelerated the downfall of Axumite kingdom?
12.
The earliest Muslim Sultanate that founded in Ethiopian region was?
13.
Islam was introduced in the Horn of Africa through -- gateways
14.
Which of the following was the first political center of the Zaguwe kingdom?
15.
One of the following was the cultural feature of the Zaguwe dynasty?
16.
One of the following was the main factor for the decline of Zaguwe kingdom?
17.
The last king of zaguwe kingdom who was defeated by Yukunoamilak?
18.
The founder of the Zaguwe kingdom was?
19.
the Zaguwe dynasty came to power next to –
20.
Which one of the following is correct about Christian highland kingdom from 1270 to 1529
21.
Which one of the following Sultanates associated with the Walasma dynasty?
22.
The Walasma dynasty was associated with the Sultanate of Ifat.
23.
New inventions of compass, better ships and maps were the factors for the beginning of a?
24.
The Seven Years war was taken place between?
25.
Which one of the following was a key feature of the early capitalism in Europe?
26.
Which of the following were elements of capitalist economic relations?
28.
The Holy Roman empire consisted of –
29.
One of the following was the factor for the rise of early capitalism?
30.
one of the following person did not participate in the age of exploration and discovery
31.
What is a primary aim of studying history as an academic discipline?
32.
What is a major difference between historians and natural scientists?
33.
What does the term historiography refer to?
34.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a problem in the study of Ethiopian history during the period discussed?
35.
What is considered a defining characteristic of modern academic history?
36.
Who is considered the "father of modern historiography " in Western history ?
37.
What did Charles Darwin explain in his book "Origin of Species by Natural Selection"?
38.
When did Homo erectus likely master the use of fire?
39.
Which event reached its climax during the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt?
41.
What is Hammurabi best known for?
42.
What event marked the end of the independence of Greek city-states?
43.
What event led to the creation of the Roman Empire under Augustus?
44.
What allowed the Maya to sustain their growing cities in the tropical environment?
45.
Which of the following technological advancements was NOT attributed to the Incas?
46.
The doctrine of the Holy Trinity was first confirmed by:
47.
Cushitic sub-branch includes which of the following languages?
48.
In the Oromo indigenous religion, who holds an important religious position similar to a high priest?
49.
Which of the following highlights the significance of the Aksumite Kingdom between the 3rd and 7th centuries?
50.
Which factor contributed to the prosperity of the Kingdom of Da’amat?
51.
Which event marked the end of the Sultanate of Shewa?
52.
What major craft did the Beta-Israel expand into different region after 1540 to support their livelihood?
53.
Which of the following was NOT a contributing factor to the decline of the Western Roman Empire?
54.
What was the main reason for the creation of the College of Cardinals in 1059?
55.
What claim did Pope Innocent III make during his reign (1198-1216)?
56.
The Muslim contributions in medicine during the Middle Ages included all of the following except:
57.
Which Italian cities were predominantly involved in long-distance trade during the medieval period?
58.
Which Spanish adventurers are known for their conquests of the Aztec and Inca empires during the early 16th C
59.
How did John Calvin's doctrine of predestination influence the Calvinist community?
60.
What role did Isaac Newton play in the development of Enlightenment ideas?
61.
According to classical capitalism, what role should government play in the economy?
62.
How did imperialism relate to the industrial revolution?
63.
By 1850, which industry in Britain was dominated by the factory system?
64.
Who was invited to lead the Sicilian uprising in 1860?
65.
What was one of the primary obstacles to German unification in the 1850s?
66.
What was the outcome of the American Civil War?
67.
What caused Pan-Slav nationalists in Serbia to become outraged in 1908?
68.
What was the Entente Cordiale of 1904?
69.
The Entente Cordiale resolved colonial disputes between Britain and France.
70.
What was a result of the economic decline in the early 1870s for European powers?
71.
Which countries were part of the territories over which Germany declared a protectorate in 1884?
72.
Where was the Wassoulou Empire located?
73.
What role did Samori Toure play in resisting colonialism?
74.
What happened to Urabi after the failure of his revolt?
75.
Who laid the foundations for the French policy of "Direct Rule"?
76.
What was a major negative impact of cash crop production on African farmers?
77.
Which company controlled copper mining in Katanga?
78.
What was one reason trade improved in northern Ethiopia during the early 19th century?
79.
The decline of feudal conflicts improved trade in northern Ethiopia.
80.
Which of the following contributed to the downfall of Emperor Tekle Giorgis' reign?
81.
Which local ruler was NOT mentioned as having submitted peacefully to Negus Menilek between 1882 and 1884?
82.
Which of the following best describes the impact of the Kefu Qen famine on Menilek's military campaigns?
83.
Who were the Melkegnas in the context of the gult system?
84.
Who was the main architect of the Egyptian aggression against Ethiopia during the 1870s?
85.
How did the British government respond to the Dogali incident?
86.
What role did Ras Mekonnen play in the context of the Treaty of Wuchale?
87.
What event marked a turning point in the conflict between Ethiopia and Italy leading up to the Battle of Adwa?
88.
What was the outcome of the Council of Borumeda in 1878 regarding religious policy?
89.
What was a significant consequence of Article III of the Treaty of Wuchale?
90.
What was the primary purpose of Bismarck's alliances?
91.
Which alliance was formed last?
92.
Who was responsible for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife?
93.
Why did Russia support Serbia after Austria-Hungary declared war in the first world war?
94.
Why did Italy join the Triple Entente in 1915?
95.
What was the significance of the 1907 Hague Convention in relation to World War I?
96.
What was Lenin's "April Thesis" primarily about?
97.
Why did King Victor Emmanuel III appoint Mussolini as Prime Minister after the Fascist march on Rome?
98.
What were some of the factors that contributed to the rise of the Nazi party in Germany?
99.
What event marked the end of the Phony War period during the 2nd world war?
100.
What event led to the celebration of VE Day?
