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    In a recent review, Big Brothers Big Sisters was selected by which magazine as one of its top ten charities, making the publication’s “gold star” list of charities worthy of donor consideration

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is a non-profit organization which is passionate about mentoring young people in society. An American, Ernest Coulter founded it.
In the United States, most inner city kids have benefited from these mentoring programs. It is beneficial for both the Big Sister/Big Brother and the Little Sister /Little Brother. Most Big Brothers/Big Sisters often fill these details into their college applications for easier entry into schools.
Likewise, Little Brothers/Little Sisters are usually motivated and given guidance to achieve their dreams.

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  • 2. 
     In which year did Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City celebrates centennial anniversary? - ProProfs

     In which year did Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City celebrates centennial anniversary?

    • 2004

    • 1994

    • 1984

    • 2014

    Correct Answer
    A. 2004
    Explanation
    Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City celebrated its centennial anniversary in 2004. This means that the organization had been in existence for 100 years by that time.

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  • 3. 
    By _______, Big Brothers had spread to 96 cities across the country. - ProProfs

    By _______, Big Brothers had spread to 96 cities across the country.

    • 1920

    • 1916

    • 1920

    • 1914

    Correct Answer
    A. 1916
  • 4. 
    In 1958, the Big Brothers Association was granted  which status ? - ProProfs

    In 1958, the Big Brothers Association was granted  which status ?

    • Liberal charter

    • Congressional Charter

    • Upper parliament status

    • Democratic charter

    Correct Answer
    A. Liberal charter
    Explanation
    In 1958, the Big Brothers Association was granted a Liberal charter. This means that the organization was given official recognition and support by the government, specifically in terms of their mission and activities. A Liberal charter typically provides certain privileges and benefits to an organization, allowing them to operate more effectively and with official endorsement.

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  • 5. 
    In which year did  President George W. Bush announce a three-year $450 million mentoring initiative in his State of the Union Address. - ProProfs

    In which year did  President George W. Bush announce a three-year $450 million mentoring initiative in his State of the Union Address.

    • 2003

    • 2001

    • 2002

    • 2004

    Correct Answer
    A. 2003
    Explanation
    In his State of the Union Address, President George W. Bush announced a three-year $450 million mentoring initiative. This suggests that the initiative was announced in 2003.

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  • 6. 
    In which year was the first national conference of Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations held in Grand Rapids, MI., leading to the later organization of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Federation. - ProProfs

    In which year was the first national conference of Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations held in Grand Rapids, MI., leading to the later organization of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Federation.

    • 1917

    • 1916

    • 1915

    • 1914

    Correct Answer
    A. 1917
    Explanation
    In 1917, the first national conference of Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations was held in Grand Rapids, MI. This conference was significant as it eventually led to the establishment of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Federation.

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  • 7. 
    In ______ Coulter founds the organized Big Brothers movement by obtaining 39 volunteers, who each agree to befriend one boy. - ProProfs

    In ______ Coulter founds the organized Big Brothers movement by obtaining 39 volunteers, who each agree to befriend one boy.

    • 1904

    • 1905

    • 1908

    • 1907

    Correct Answer
    A. 1904
    Explanation
    In 1904, Coulter founded the organized Big Brothers movement by obtaining 39 volunteers, who each agree to befriend one boy.

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  • 8. 
    Both groups continued to work independently until _______, when Big Brothers of America and Big Sisters International joined forces and became Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. - ProProfs

    Both groups continued to work independently until _______, when Big Brothers of America and Big Sisters International joined forces and became Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

    • 1914

    • 1977

    • 1981

    • 1978

    Correct Answer
    A. 1914
    Explanation
    In 1914, Big Brothers of America and Big Sisters International joined forces and became Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. This indicates that the two groups were working independently until this year, when they decided to collaborate and form a single organization.

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  • 9. 
    When was this? A young New York City court clerk named Ernest Kent Coulter was seeing many boys come through his courtroom. - ProProfs

    When was this? A young New York City court clerk named Ernest Kent Coulter was seeing many boys come through his courtroom.

    • 1912

    • 1903

    • 1916

    • 1904

    Correct Answer
    A. 1904
    Explanation
    The passage mentions that a young court clerk named Ernest Kent Coulter was seeing many boys come through his courtroom. This suggests that the events described took place in the past. Among the given options, the year 1904 is the only one that fits this context.

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  • 10. 
    In which year did First Lady Laura Bush star in a public service announcement to recruit volunteers across the nation? - ProProfs

    In which year did First Lady Laura Bush star in a public service announcement to recruit volunteers across the nation?

    • 2008

    • 2006

    • 2001

    • 2000

    Correct Answer
    A. 2006
    Explanation
    In 2006, First Lady Laura Bush starred in a public service announcement to recruit volunteers across the nation.

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