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    Why has Columbus day lost its popularity in the US?

    • Because people don't know who Christopher Columbus is
    • Because people have just lost interest
    • Because of hos Columbus used to treat the natives
    • Because 1492 is a long time in the past
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Columbus is celebrated once a year in America. It is a national holiday, which has been contested lately because of how Christopher Columbus used to treat natives when he was governor in Ispagnola. Nonetheless, the holiday is still widely celebrated. So, what do you know about Columbus day? Take our quiz and find out now.

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  • 2. 

    In which countries is the holiday still observed?

    • The Americas, Italy, Spain

    • Canada and the US

    • Porto Rico and Italy

    • Italy and Brazil

    Correct Answer
    A. The Americas, Italy, Spain
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Americas, Italy, Spain. This answer is correct because it includes all the countries mentioned in the question where the holiday is still observed. The Americas is a broad term that includes countries in North, Central, and South America. Italy and Spain are specific countries mentioned in the question. Therefore, this answer covers all the countries mentioned.

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  • 3. 

    When did Christopher Columbus arrive in America?

    • June 12, 1294

    • May 12, 1492

    • November 12, 1493

    • October 12, 1492

    Correct Answer
    A. October 12, 1492
    Explanation
    On October 12, 1492, Christopher Columbus arrived in America. This date marks the day when Columbus and his crew first set foot on an island in the present-day Bahamas, which he named San Salvador. This event is significant as it initiated the European exploration and colonization of the Americas, leading to the eventual establishment of European colonies and the shaping of the modern world.

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  • 4. 

    When was the holiday first observed in the US?

    • In 1592

    • In 1662

    • In 1792

    • In 1880

    Correct Answer
    A. In 1792
  • 5. 

    How is Columbus day called in most Latino countries?

    • Dia the la Hispanidad

    • Dia de la Raza

    • National day

    • Dia de la Paz

    Correct Answer
    A. Dia de la Raza
    Explanation
    Dia de la Raza is the correct answer because it is the name used in most Latino countries to refer to Columbus Day. This holiday commemorates the encounter between Europeans and indigenous peoples in the Americas, highlighting the cultural diversity and mestizaje (racial mixing) that resulted from this historical event. The term "Raza" refers to the concept of race and ethnicity, emphasizing the multicultural heritage of Latin America.

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  • 6. 

    How many Americans are against celebrating Columbus Day?

    • 38%

    • 42%

    • 55%

    • 70%

    Correct Answer
    A. 38%
    Explanation
    38% of Americans are against celebrating Columbus Day. This indicates that a significant portion of the American population does not support the holiday and may have various reasons for their opposition. It is important to recognize that there is a significant portion of the population who may have concerns about the historical context and impact of Christopher Columbus's actions, leading to their opposition to celebrating this day.

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  • 7. 

    How many states do not celebrate this holiday in the US?

    • 20

    • 5

    • 8

    • 10

    Correct Answer
    A. 8
    Explanation
    There are 50 states in the US, and the question asks how many states do not celebrate this holiday. Since the answer is given as 8, it can be inferred that 8 out of the 50 states do not celebrate this holiday.

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    With what other North American holiday does Columbus day compete?

    • Thanksgiving

    • Day of national heroes

    • Leif Erikson day

    • Dia de la raza

    Correct Answer
    A. Leif Erikson day
    Explanation
    Leif Erikson Day is a holiday celebrated on October 9th in the United States to honor the Norse explorer Leif Erikson, who is believed to have been the first European to set foot in North America. Columbus Day, on the other hand, is celebrated on the second Monday of October to commemorate Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas. Since both holidays are celebrated around the same time and have a similar historical significance, they can be seen as competing with each other for recognition and attention.

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    How is the holiday called in Belize?

    • Pan American Day

    • American Day

    • Dia de la Paz

    • Dia Americana

    Correct Answer
    A. Pan American Day
    Explanation
    Pan American Day is the correct answer because it is a holiday celebrated in Belize. This day commemorates the unity and cooperation among all the countries in the Americas. It is a day to honor the cultural diversity and shared values of the American nations.

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    Since when is the holiday celebrated in Spain?

    • 1987

    • 1985

    • 1982

    • 1980

    Correct Answer
    A. 1987
    Explanation
    The holiday being referred to in the question is not specified, so it is unclear what holiday is being discussed. Therefore, it is not possible to determine when the holiday is celebrated in Spain based on the information provided.

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