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Black Friday is a special day in the commercial circle. It is the day on which goods and services are offered at lower prices than the normal. Black Friday is usually observed in the United States, Canada, Australia, Germany and many other parts of the world. How much do you know about the history of this day?

Questions and Answers

1.

When was the term first used?
- A.
  
  November 1951
- B.
  
  July 1959
- C.
  
  March 1953
- D.
  
  July 1955
Correct Answer
A. November 1951

Explanation
The term was first used in November 1951.

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2.

Which of these states did not make legislations against Black Friday?
- A.
  
  Messachusetts
- B.
  
  Maine
- C.
  
  Rhodes Island
- D.
  
  Philadelphia
Correct Answer
D. Philadelphia

Explanation
Philadelphia is the correct answer because it did not make legislations against Black Friday. The question is asking which state did not pass laws against Black Friday, and Philadelphia is not a state but a city in Pennsylvania. Therefore, it cannot make legislations on its own.

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3.

What state recorded the highest response to Black Friday when it started?
- A.
  
  Florida
- B.
  
  Indiana
- C.
  
  Philadelphia
- D.
  
  Maine
Correct Answer
C. Philadelphia

Explanation
Philadelphia recorded the highest response to Black Friday when it started.

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4.

What is the most trafficked area of the United States on Black Friday?
- A.
  
  Charlotte
- B.
  
  Chapel Hill
- C.
  
  La Jolla
- D.
  
  San Jose
Correct Answer
A. Charlotte

Explanation
Charlotte is the correct answer because it is a major city in North Carolina and has a high population density. On Black Friday, many people flock to Charlotte's shopping malls and retail stores to take advantage of the sales and discounts, leading to heavy traffic in the area. This makes Charlotte the most trafficked area in the United States on Black Friday.

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5.

Who was the first to publicly declare that Black Friday is losing its meaning on many fronts?
- A.
  
  Patrick Stewart
- B.
  
  Neil Stern
- C.
  
  Mark Logan
- D.
  
  John Cigar
Correct Answer
B. Neil Stern

Explanation
Neil Stern was the first to publicly declare that Black Friday is losing its meaning on many fronts.

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6.

What exactly is done on Black Fridays?
- A.
  
  Shopping
- B.
  
  Dancing
- C.
  
  Feasting
- D.
  
  Mourning
Correct Answer
A. Shopping

Explanation
Black Fridays are known for being the day after Thanksgiving in the United States, and it is considered the beginning of the Christmas shopping season. On this day, many retailers offer significant discounts and promotions to attract customers. People often take advantage of these sales to buy items at a lower price, making it a popular day for shopping. Therefore, the correct answer is shopping.

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7.

Which of these did not open early for Black Friday in 2011?
- A.
  
  Bealls
- B.
  
  Best Buy
- C.
  
  Target
- D.
  
  Walmart
Correct Answer
D. Walmart

Explanation
In 2011, Walmart did not open early for Black Friday. This means that while Bealls, Best Buy, and Target all opened their doors early to attract customers with special sales and deals, Walmart chose not to participate in this trend.

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8.

Which one do you like?
- A.
  
  Option 1
- B.
  
  Option 2
- C.
  
  Option 3
- D.
  
  Option 4
Correct Answer
A. Option 1
9.

Which of these opened early on 2014 Thanksgiving Day?
- A.
  
  Walmart
- B.
  
  Best Buy
- C.
  
  Target
- D.
  
  JC Penney
Correct Answer
C. Target

Explanation
Target opened early on 2014 Thanksgiving Day.

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10.

When was Black Friday linked to American Civil War?
- A.
  
  2014
- B.
  
  2013
- C.
  
  2010
- D.
  
  2009
Correct Answer
A. 2014

Explanation
In 2014, Black Friday was linked to the American Civil War. This means that in that year, there was a connection or association made between Black Friday and the American Civil War. The exact nature of this link or connection is not provided in the question.

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