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Q · Advent of EuropeansMedium · 45s
The Battle of Wandiwash (1760) decisively broke the power of the:
TopicAdvent of Europeans
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Eyre Coote defeated Lally at Wandiwash, ending French hopes in India.Key term/context: Early European trading companies (Portuguese, Dutch VOC, English EIC, French) established 'factories' (trading posts) and forts along Indian coasts.Why correct: Option C) French — aligns with standard historical records for this fact/event.Why not A): Dutch — does not match this specific event/date/fact.Why not B): Portuguese — does not match this specific event/date/fact.Why not D): Danish — does not match this specific event/date/fact.
Final Answer: Option C - French