What Do You Know About Psychics?

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Psychics claim to use extrasensory perception (ESP) to identify information hidden from the normal senses. Psychics are intriguing to know more about. Take this quiz to test yourself.

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1.

When was Nostradamus born?
- A.
  
  1500
- B.
  
  1501
- C.
  
  1502
- D.
  
  1503
Correct Answer
D. 1503

Explanation
Nostradamus was born in 1503.

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2.

When did Sylvia Browne die?
- A.
  
  2010
- B.
  
  2011
- C.
  
  2012
- D.
  
  2013
Correct Answer
D. 2013

Explanation
Sylvia Browne died in 2013.

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3.

Writer Jack Marx writes that Les Propheties predicts something about Donald Trump, what is it?
- A.
  
  Bankruptcy
- B.
  
  Fame
- C.
  
  Assassination
- D.
  
  Kidnapping
Correct Answer
C. Assassination

Explanation
In the given question, the writer Jack Marx is mentioned as the source of the prediction. However, the specific prediction made in Les Propheties about Donald Trump is not mentioned. Therefore, it is not possible to provide an explanation for the correct answer without further information.

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4.

Who called Sylvia Browne America's most controversial psychic?
- A.
  
  Robert Fisk
- B.
  
  Jon Ronson
- C.
  
  Anderson Cooper
- D.
  
  Bob Woodward
Correct Answer
B. Jon Ronson

Explanation
Jon Ronson called Sylvia Browne America's most controversial psychic.

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5.

The development of psychic abilities and extrasensory perception has been linked to four factors, which one of the following is not included?
- A.
  
  Genetics
- B.
  
  Brain injury
- C.
  
  History of anxiety
- D.
  
  Wild sexual activities
- E.
  
  Unusual spiritual experiences
Correct Answer
D. Wild sexual activities

Explanation
The question asks for the factor that is not linked to the development of psychic abilities and extrasensory perception. The options given are genetics, brain injury, history of anxiety, wild sexual activities, and unusual spiritual experiences. The correct answer is "wild sexual activities" because there is no scientific evidence or research linking it to the development of psychic abilities or extrasensory perception.

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6.

How old was Lisa Williams when she started seeing dead people?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  5
- D.
  
  6
Correct Answer
A. 3

Explanation
Lisa Williams started seeing dead people at the age of 3.

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7.

What percentage of Americans believe that the living and the dead can communicate with each other?
- A.
  
  25%
- B.
  
  26%
- C.
  
  27%
- D.
  
  28%
Correct Answer
C. 27%

Explanation
27% of Americans believe that the living and the dead can communicate with each other. This suggests that a significant portion of the population holds beliefs in supernatural or spiritual phenomena, such as the ability for spirits or souls to communicate across realms. This belief may be influenced by various factors, including religious or cultural beliefs, personal experiences, or exposure to media and popular culture. It is important to note that this percentage represents a subset of the population and does not reflect the beliefs of all Americans.

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8.

Which is the 2012 book of John Edwards?
- A.
  
  Final Beginnings
- B.
  
  Fallen Masters
- C.
  
  What if God were the sun
- D.
  
  Crossing Over: The Stories Behind the Stories
Correct Answer
B. Fallen Masters
9.

What percentage believe places can be haunted by spirits?
- A.
  
  40%
- B.
  
  41%
- C.
  
  42%
- D.
  
  43%
Correct Answer
C. 42%

Explanation
42% of people believe that places can be haunted by spirits.

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10.

Which is James Van Praagh's New York Times bestseller?
- A.
  
  Ghosts Among Us
- B.
  
  Talking to Heaven
- C.
  
  Reaching to Heaven
- D.
  
  Healing Grief
Correct Answer
B. Talking to Heaven

Explanation
"Talking to Heaven" is James Van Praagh's New York Times bestseller. This book explores the author's experiences as a medium and his ability to communicate with spirits from the other side. It delves into the afterlife and provides insights, messages, and comfort to those who have lost loved ones. The book gained popularity and became a bestseller due to its intriguing subject matter and the author's reputation as a renowned medium.

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