How Well Do You Know Antony J. Blinken?
What do you know about the US government? How well do you know Antony J. Blinken? Would you like to play this quiz and prove your knowledge right now? Antony J. Blinken is one of the most prominent American government officials as well as a diplomat. He has been in government service for a long period. Here are some questions that will test you as well as provide you with more knowledge about him. Let's go!
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In which year was Antony J. Blinken born?
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1959
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1960
- C.
1961
- D.
1962
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D. 1962Explanation
Antony J. Blinken was born in 1962.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In which of these states was Antony J. Blinken born?
- A.
California
- B.
Ohio
- C.
New York
- D.
None of these
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C. New YorkExplanation
Antony J. Blinken was born in New York.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What's the full name of Antony J. Blinken?
- A.
Antony Jay Blinken
- B.
Antony John Blinken
- C.
Antony Joseph Blinken
- D.
Antony Junior Blinken
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B. Antony John BlinkenExplanation
The correct answer is Antony John Blinken. This is because the question asks for the full name of Antony J. Blinken, and out of the given options, Antony John Blinken is the only one that matches the initials "A.J."Rate this question:
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- 4.
In January 2021, Antony J. Blinken became the _________ United States secretary of state.
- A.
71st
- B.
72nd
- C.
73rd
- D.
74th
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A. 71stExplanation
In January 2021, Antony J. Blinken became the 71st United States secretary of state.Rate this question:
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When did Antony J. Blinken serve as deputy national security advisor?
- A.
From 2007 to 2009
- B.
From 2009 to 2012
- C.
From 2013 to 2015
- D.
From 2016 to 2019
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C. From 2013 to 2015Explanation
Antony J. Blinken served as deputy national security advisor from 2013 to 2015.Rate this question:
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From 2015 to 2017, in which position was Antony J. Blinken?
- A.
Deputy national security advisor
- B.
Deputy secretary of state
- C.
Speaker of the House of Representatives
- D.
None of these
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B. Deputy secretary of stateExplanation
From 2015 to 2017, Antony J. Blinken served as the Deputy Secretary of State. This position is a high-ranking role in the U.S. Department of State, responsible for assisting the Secretary of State in managing the department and conducting foreign policy. As the Deputy Secretary of State, Blinken would have played a crucial role in advising and supporting the Secretary of State in various diplomatic efforts and international relations during that time period.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Antony J. Blinken has played an important role in British and Canadian politics.
- A.
True
- B.
False
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B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because Antony J. Blinken is actually an American politician and diplomat, not involved in British or Canadian politics.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In which years did Blinken serve as deputy assistant to the president as well as national security advisor to the vice president?
- A.
From 1999 to 2002
- B.
From 2002 to 2006
- C.
From 2006 to 2009
- D.
From 2009 to 2013
Correct Answer
D. From 2009 to 2013Explanation
Blinken served as deputy assistant to the president as well as national security advisor to the vice president from 2009 to 2013.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Antony J. Blinken belongs to Jewish parents.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Antony J. Blinken belongs to Jewish parents, meaning that his parents are of Jewish descent or practice the Jewish faith. This information provides insight into his cultural and religious background, which can be relevant in understanding his perspective and experiences.Rate this question:
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Which university did Antony J. Blinken attend from 1980 to 1984?
- A.
Harvard University
- B.
University of Cambridge
- C.
Stanford University
- D.
Oxford University
Correct Answer
A. Harvard UniversityExplanation
Antony J. Blinken attended Harvard University from 1980 to 1984.Rate this question:
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