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What's your knowledge on colleges? Yes, we're asking you what you know about its intricacies. In fact, do you know created the system itself. If you're interested, do bring answers.

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1.

The following belong to the Ivy league except
- A.
  
  Vanderbilt University
- B.
  
  Dartmouth College
- C.
  
  Cornell University
- D.
  
  Columbia University
Correct Answer
A. Vanderbilt University

Explanation
The Ivy League is a group of eight prestigious universities in the United States, which includes Dartmouth College, Cornell University, and Columbia University. However, Vanderbilt University is not a member of the Ivy League.

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2.

Which of the following is the odd one out?
- A.
  
  Duke University (b) University of Chicago (c) King's College (d) Dathmouth College
- B.
  
  University of Chicago
- C.
  
  King's College
- D.
  
  Dathmouth College
Correct Answer
C. King's College

Explanation
The odd one out in this list is King's College because it is the only one that is not located in the United States. Duke University, University of Chicago, and Dathmouth College are all American universities, while King's College is located in the United Kingdom.

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3.

According to the 2018 US News & World Report on best colleges, the best national liberal art college is
- A.
  
  Bowdoin College (b) Williams College (c) Amnerst College (d) Swarthmore College
- B.
  
  Williams College
- C.
  
  Amherst College
- D.
  
  Swarthmore College
Correct Answer
C. Amherst College

Explanation
Amherst College is the correct answer according to the 2018 US News & World Report on best colleges. This report ranks colleges based on various factors such as academic reputation, graduation rates, faculty resources, and student selectivity. Therefore, Amherst College is considered the best national liberal arts college based on its overall performance in these areas compared to other colleges in the ranking.

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4.

What country is home to the popular King's College
- A.
  
  Canada
- B.
  
  Australia
- C.
  
  United States
- D.
  
  United Kingdom
Correct Answer
D. United Kingdom

Explanation
King's College is a renowned educational institution located in the United Kingdom. It is one of the constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge and was founded in 1441 by King Henry VI. The college has a rich history and is known for its academic excellence, particularly in the fields of arts, humanities, and social sciences. Many notable individuals have studied at King's College, making it a popular and prestigious institution in the United Kingdom.

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5.

The Scotch College, Melbourne is an independent Presbytarian school exclusively for
- A.
  
  Girls
- B.
  
  Boys
- C.
  
  Teenagers
- D.
  
  Handicaps
Correct Answer
B. Boys

Explanation
The correct answer is Boys because the question is asking for the gender of the students at The Scotch College, Melbourne. The statement "an independent Presbyterian school exclusively for" suggests that the school is only for one specific group, and in this case, it is boys.

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6.

All of the following are located in United kingdom except
- A.
  
  Electoral College
- B.
  
  College of Cannons
- C.
  
  Wesley College
- D.
  
  Royal College of Physicians
Correct Answer
C. Wesley College

Explanation
The Electoral College is a system used in the United States for electing the President, so it is not located in the United Kingdom. The College of Cannons is a term that does not exist, so it is not located in the United Kingdom. The Royal College of Physicians is a professional organization for physicians in the United Kingdom, so it is located in the United Kingdom. Therefore, the only option that is not located in the United Kingdom is Wesley College.

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7.

The popular Williams College established in 1793 is administered by President
- A.
  
  Adam Falk
- B.
  
  Jimm Carey
- C.
  
  Angela Rock
- D.
  
  Wyatt Robins
Correct Answer
A. Adam Falk

Explanation
The correct answer is Adam Falk. This is because the question asks for the administrator of Williams College, and Adam Falk is the only name given as an option. Therefore, he must be the correct answer.

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8.

The high ranking Harvard university is located in
- A.
  
  Georgia
- B.
  
  Maryland
- C.
  
  Pesadena
- D.
  
  Cambridge
Correct Answer
D. Cambridge

Explanation
Harvard University is located in Cambridge.

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9.

Stanford university is nicknamed
- A.
  
  Dakota
- B.
  
  Rush
- C.
  
  Cardinal
- D.
  
  Leaf
Correct Answer
C. Cardinal

Explanation
Stanford University is nicknamed "Cardinal" because their official mascot is the Stanford Tree, which represents the color cardinal red. The university's athletic teams are also known as the Stanford Cardinal, further emphasizing the association with the color. This nickname has become synonymous with the university and is widely recognized in the sports community.

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10.

The America's Wellesley College was established in
- A.
  
  1870
- B.
  
  1897
- C.
  
  1876
- D.
  
  1990
Correct Answer
A. 1870

Explanation
Wellesley College was established in 1870 in America.

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