Question

1. what was the east india company, and how did it gain control in india at first?

a. a mughal - run organization that partnered with the british crown
b. a portuguese trading company focused on dominating the spice trade
c. a british joint - stock company that established trading posts and expanded through trade, politics, and military efforts
d. a dutch company that took over indian territories in the 1600s

1. how did the east india company change over time in india? what roles did it take on besides trade?

a. it focused entirely on trade and avoided political involvement
b. it turned into a religious organization spreading christianity
c. it became a governing body with a private military, controlling territories and enforcing laws
d. it served as a partner to the mughal rulers, helping them expand their empire

1. what were some reasons indian sepoys became angry at the british east india company before 1857?

a. the forced conversion of sepoys to christianity
b. the introduction of rifle cartridges greased with beef and pig fat, violating religious beliefs
c. high taxes imposed on sepoy families
d. being sent to fight in wars without proper pay

Explanation:

1. The East India Company was a British joint - stock company. It started by establishing trading posts and expanded using trade, political maneuvers, and military actions.
2. Over time, the East India Company became a governing body. It had its own private military, controlled territories, and enforced laws.
3. The introduction of rifle cartridges greased with beef and pig fat was a major cause of anger among Indian sepoys. Beef is sacred in Hinduism and pig is taboo in Islam.

Answer:

1. C. A British joint - stock company that established trading posts and expanded through trade, politics, and military efforts
2. C. It became a governing body with a private military, controlling territories and enforcing laws
3. B. The introduction of rifle cartridges greased with beef and pig fat, violating religious beliefs