How Well You Know Howard Zinn Quiz?

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1/10 Questions

Which year was Howard born?
- 1945
- 1987
- 1922
- 1928

About This Quiz

He's a popular American historian who knew his stuff good. So, I thought why not build some questions on him for you to unravel. Though, to be honest, it'll be a bit hard to get 50.

How Well You Know Howard Zinn Quiz? - Quiz

2.

When did Howard Zinn die?
- 2010
- 2012
- 2013
- 2009
Correct Answer

A. 2010

Explanation

Howard Zinn died in 2010.

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3.

He was professor of what at Boston University?
- Political science
- History
- Activism
- Biology
Correct Answer

A. Political science

Explanation

The correct answer is Political science. This means that the individual in question held the position of professor in the field of political science at Boston University.

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4.

When did he publish “A Young People's History of the United States”
- 2005
- 2006
- 2007
- 2008
Correct Answer

A. 2007

Explanation

The correct answer is 2007. This is the year when he published "A Young People's History of the United States".

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5.

Where was Howard Zinn born?
- Las Vegas
- New Jersey
- New York
- New Orleans
Correct Answer

A. New York

Explanation

Howard Zinn was born in New York.

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6.

At what age did Zinn die?
- 88
- 87
- 86
- 85
Correct Answer

A. 87

Explanation

Zinn died at the age of 87.

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7.

What's the name of Howard Zinn’s wife?
- Katherine
- Evelina
- Tabitha
- Roslyn
Correct Answer

A. Roslyn

Explanation

Howard Zinn's wife is named Roslyn.

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8.

What's the name of his father?
- Eddie Zinn
- Samuel Zinn
- Tobias Zinn
- Thomas Zinn
Correct Answer

A. Eddie Zinn

Explanation

The given question asks for the name of the person's father. Among the options provided, "Eddie Zinn" is the only name that directly answers the question. Therefore, Eddie Zinn is the correct answer.

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9.

What's the name of his brother?
- Abraham
- Joseph
- Tom
- Samuel
Correct Answer

A. Samuel

Explanation

The question is asking for the name of someone's brother. Out of the given options, Samuel is the only name that is a common male name and can be a possible name for someone's brother. Therefore, Samuel is the correct answer.

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10.

Where did serve as a bombardier in WWII?
- 490th Bombardment Group
- 450th Bombardment Group
- 430th Bombardment Group
- 270th Bombardment Group
Correct Answer

A. 490th Bombardment Group

Explanation

During World War II, the person served as a bombardier in the 490th Bombardment Group.

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