Battle Of Wandiwash Flashcards

(26 cards)

1
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What year did the Battle of Wandiwash take place?

A

1760

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2
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Which two major powers were involved in the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

The British East India Company and the French East India Company

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3
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True or False: The Battle of Wandiwash was a decisive victory for the French.

A

False

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4
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Who was the British commander at the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

Lieutenant Colonel Eyre Coote

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5
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Fill in the blank: The Battle of Wandiwash was part of the __________ War.

A

Seven Years

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6
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What was the strategic significance of the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

It marked the decline of French influence in India.

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7
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Multiple Choice: Which fort was near the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

Fort St. David

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8
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True or False: The British forces were outnumbered during the battle.

A

True

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9
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What tactics did the British employ to win the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

Flanking maneuvers and superior artillery

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10
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Which battle preceded the Battle of Wandiwash in the context of the conflict?

A

The Battle of Pondicherry

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What was the outcome of the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

The British won the battle.

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12
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Who was the French commander at the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

General de Bussy

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13
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Fill in the blank: The victory at Wandiwash solidified British control over __________ India.

A

Southern

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14
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a consequence of the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

Increased British territorial control

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15
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What was the primary reason for the conflict between the British and the French in India?

A

Competition for trade and territorial dominance

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16
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True or False: The Battle of Wandiwash occurred during the 18th century.

17
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What was the size of the British forces compared to the French forces?

A

Smaller in number but better organized

18
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Fill in the blank: The British forces were supported by __________ soldiers.

19
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Multiple Choice: Which of these factors contributed to the British victory?

A

Superior leadership and tactics

20
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What was one of the main long-term effects of the British victory at Wandiwash?

A

Establishment of British dominance in India

21
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True or False: The Battle of Wandiwash was the final battle of the Seven Years’ War.

22
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Which Indian state was primarily affected by the outcomes of the Battle of Wandiwash?

23
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What role did artillery play in the Battle of Wandiwash?

A

It provided a significant advantage to the British forces.

24
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Fill in the blank: The Battle of Wandiwash was fought near the __________ River.

25
Multiple Choice: What was a key strategic move by the British during the battle?
Cutting off French supply lines
26
What did the British gain control of after their victory at Wandiwash?
Fort St. David