Columbus Day: The National Holiday Trivia Quiz!

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Christopher Columbus is known to be the most important figure when it comes to the discovery of the Americas. The route he took, ad the notes he was able to establish during his journey to find silk and spices lead him to what he thought was India. But, to his surprise, he landed in the Bahamas. Columbus day is a national holiday celebrated in America, what can you say about it? Take our quiz and find out now.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Where was Columbus from?

    • A.

      Italy

    • B.

      Spain

    • C.

      Portugal

    • D.

      Israel

    Correct Answer
    A. Italy
    Explanation
    Columbus was from Italy. This is evident from historical records that show he was born in Genoa, Italy in 1451. He later became a navigator and explorer, sailing under the patronage of the Spanish monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella. Columbus is famous for his voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, which ultimately led to the discovery of the Americas.

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  • 2. 

    How was the holiday called in the Bahamas until 2001?

    • A.

      Dia de la Raza

    • B.

      American Day

    • C.

      Discovery Day

    • D.

      Pan American Day

    Correct Answer
    C. Discovery Day
    Explanation
    Discovery Day is the correct answer because it refers to the holiday that was celebrated in the Bahamas until 2001. This holiday commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the New World and the discovery of the Bahamas. It is a significant day in Bahamian history and culture, and it was officially recognized as a public holiday until it was replaced by National Heroes Day in 2001.

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  • 3. 

    In what Southern American country is this holiday not observed?

    • A.

      Brazil

    • B.

      Argentina

    • C.

      Columbia

    • D.

      Venezuela

    Correct Answer
    A. Brazil
    Explanation
    Brazil is the correct answer because the question asks for a Southern American country where the holiday is not observed. Since Brazil is located in South America and the holiday is not observed there, it fits the criteria.

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  • 4. 

    Where is the Columbus lighthouse situated?

    • A.

      The Dominican Republic

    • B.

      Cuba

    • C.

      Haiti

    • D.

      Porto Rico

    Correct Answer
    A. The Dominican Republic
    Explanation
    The Columbus lighthouse is situated in The Dominican Republic.

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  • 5. 

    What's Christopher Columbus's original name?

    • A.

      Creole Columbo

    • B.

      Christophe Colomb

    • C.

      Cristi Columb

    • D.

      Cristoforo Colombo

    Correct Answer
    D. Cristoforo Colombo
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Cristoforo Colombo. This is because Cristoforo Colombo is the Italian version of Christopher Columbus's original name. Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer, and Cristoforo Colombo is the name he was known by in his native country.

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  • 6. 

    In how many European countries the holiday observed?

    • A.

      2

    • B.

      20

    • C.

      22

    • D.

      23

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 2 because the question is asking about the number of European countries where the holiday is observed. Since the answer is given as 2, it means that the holiday is observed in only 2 European countries.

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  • 7. 

    In how many states in American is Columbus Day not celebrated?

    • A.

      5

    • B.

      6

    • C.

      8

    • D.

      10

    Correct Answer
    C. 8
    Explanation
    Columbus Day is not celebrated in 8 states in America. This means that there are 8 states where Columbus Day is not recognized as a public holiday or observed in any official capacity. The question is asking for the number of states where this is the case, and the correct answer is 8.

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  • 8. 

    Which other national holiday is Columbus day competing against in North America?

    • A.

      Leif Erikson Day

    • B.

      Viking Day

    • C.

      National Day

    • D.

      Thanksgiving Day

    Correct Answer
    A. Leif Erikson Day
    Explanation
    Columbus Day is competing against Leif Erikson Day in North America. Leif Erikson Day is celebrated on October 9th and honors the Norse explorer who is believed to have reached North America before Christopher Columbus. Both holidays celebrate exploration and the contributions of different cultures to the history of the Americas.

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  • 9. 

    When is Columbus Day celebrated in the US?

    • A.

      12th October

    • B.

      12th November

    • C.

      12th September

    • D.

      10th October

    Correct Answer
    A. 12th October
    Explanation
    Columbus Day is celebrated in the US on 12th October. This day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492. It is observed as a national holiday in the United States, honoring the explorer and his significant role in American history.

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  • 10. 

    How many Americans don't celebrate this holiday?

    • A.

      38%

    • B.

      40%

    • C.

      42%

    • D.

      45%

    Correct Answer
    A. 38%
    Explanation
    38% of Americans don't celebrate this holiday. This means that a significant portion of the American population, nearly 2 out of every 5 people, do not partake in the festivities associated with this particular holiday. It is important to acknowledge that there could be various reasons for this, such as cultural, religious, or personal preferences. Nonetheless, this statistic highlights the diversity and individuality within American society when it comes to holiday celebrations.

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