Foley Pursuit (D.C. Version)
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In which movie does actor Wesley Snipes play a detective, who attempts to solve the fictitious murder of secretary Carla Town, only to find the Secret Service has covered any trail of the murder? Hint: The murder takes place in a famous “House”
- A.
Rising Sun
- B.
Murder at 1600
- C.
U.S. Marshalls
- D.
Murder at 1300
Correct Answer
B. Murder at 1600Explanation
In the movie "Murder at 1600," actor Wesley Snipes plays a detective who is trying to solve the murder of secretary Carla Town. However, he discovers that the Secret Service has covered up any evidence of the murder. The hint provided suggests that the murder takes place in a famous "House," which is a reference to the address of the crime scene, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the location of the White House in Washington D.C.Rate this question:
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- 2.
According to Law & Politics Media, Inc., which two attorneys were named Washington, D.C.'s 2009 "Super Lawyers"?
- A.
Lisa A. Hayes, Non-Profit & Samuel J. Winer, Securities Litigation
- B.
Richard G. Stoll, Environmental, Administrative Law & Kevin A. Ewing, Environmental
- C.
Richard G. Stoll, Environmental, Adminstrative Law & Samuel J. Winer, Securities Litigation
- D.
Kenneth G. Lore, Real Estate & Lisa A. Hayes, Non-Profit
Correct Answer
C. Richard G. Stoll, Environmental, Adminstrative Law & Samuel J. Winer, Securities LitigationExplanation
In 2009, Richard G. Stoll was recognized as a "Super Lawyer" in the fields of Environmental and Administrative Law. Similarly, Samuel J. Winer was also named a "Super Lawyer" in the field of Securities Litigation.Rate this question:
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- 3.
From 1895 – 1900, Foley & Lardner was known as:
- A.
Miller, Noyes, Miller & Wahl
- B.
Fairchild, Foley & Sammond
- C.
Finch & Lynde
- D.
Hubbell, Finch & Lynde
Correct Answer
A. Miller, Noyes, Miller & WahlExplanation
During the period from 1895 to 1900, Foley & Lardner operated under the name Miller, Noyes, Miller & Wahl.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which city does Foley & Lardner not have an office in?
- A.
Brussels
- B.
Tallahassee
- C.
Houston
- D.
Shanghai
Correct Answer
C. HoustonExplanation
Foley & Lardner does not have an office in Houston.Rate this question:
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- 5.
On May 30th, 1922, a memorial in the form of a Greek Doric temple was dedicated to honor our 16th President? Hint: Located on the National Mall
- A.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- B.
Korean War Veterans Memorial
- C.
National World War II Memorial
- D.
Lincoln Memorial
Correct Answer
D. Lincoln MemorialExplanation
The correct answer is the Lincoln Memorial. The Lincoln Memorial is a Greek Doric temple located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It was dedicated on May 30th, 1922, as a memorial to honor Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. The memorial features a large statue of Lincoln seated in contemplation, surrounded by inscriptions of his famous speeches. It is a significant landmark and a popular tourist attraction in the United States.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which Metro stop is not on the Blue Line?
- A.
Pentagon City
- B.
Farragut West
- C.
Farragut North
- D.
Foggy Bottom-GWU
Correct Answer
C. Farragut NorthExplanation
The question asks for the Metro stop that is not on the Blue Line. Out of the given options, Pentagon City, Farragut West, and Foggy Bottom-GWU are all stops on the Blue Line. Therefore, the correct answer is Farragut North, as it is the only option that is not on the Blue Line.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Name three U.S. federal government buildings that are located within the Federal Triangle?
- A.
IRS Headquarters, Ariel Rios Building & Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building
- B.
National Archives, Federal Trade Commission Headquarters & Old Post Office Building
- C.
Ronald Reagan Building, Herbert C. Hoover Building & Federal Trade Commission Headquarters
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
All of the above is the correct answer because all three sets of buildings listed in the options are located within the Federal Triangle. The Federal Triangle is an area in Washington, D.C. that is home to several important U.S. federal government buildings. The IRS Headquarters, Ariel Rios Building, Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building, National Archives, Federal Trade Commission Headquarters, Old Post Office Building, Ronald Reagan Building, and Herbert C. Hoover Building are all located within the Federal Triangle.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The quaint neighborhood of Georgetown assimilated into the city of Washington, D.C. in which year?
- A.
1632
- B.
1745
- C.
1751
- D.
1871
Correct Answer
D. 1871Explanation
In 1871, the quaint neighborhood of Georgetown assimilated into the city of Washington, D.C. This means that Georgetown became officially incorporated as part of the city. Prior to this, Georgetown had existed as a separate entity. The assimilation likely occurred as part of a larger effort to consolidate and centralize governance in the growing city of Washington, D.C.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of the following is not a conference room located on the newly renovated 6th floor conference center in the Washington, D.C. office?
- A.
Fountain
- B.
Legislative
- C.
Canal
- D.
Caucus
Correct Answer
B. LegislativeExplanation
The question asks for a conference room that is not located on the newly renovated 6th floor conference center in the Washington, D.C. office. The answer, "Legislative," is not a conference room located on the 6th floor conference center.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which actor was born in Washington, D.C.?
- A.
Dave Chappelle
- B.
Maury Povich
- C.
Christopher Meloni
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
All of the above is the correct answer because all three actors - Dave Chappelle, Maury Povich, and Christopher Meloni - were born in Washington, D.C.Rate this question:
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- 11.
In which year did the Redskins win their first Super Bowl?
- A.
1980
- B.
1983
- C.
1988
- D.
1992
Correct Answer
B. 1983Explanation
In 1983, the Redskins won their first Super Bowl.Rate this question:
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- 12.
In 1980, the first female partner to work for Foley & Larnder, was hired by the D.C. office. What was her name?
- A.
Florence Allen
- B.
Marilla Ricker
- C.
Linda Kamm
- D.
Burnita Shelton Matthews
Correct Answer
C. Linda KammExplanation
Linda Kamm was hired by the D.C. office in 1980 as the first female partner to work for Foley & Larnder.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Foley & Lardner was originally established as Finch & Lynde in 1842 as a two-man partnership. What were the first names of Mr. Finch and Mr. Lynde?
- A.
Asahel & William
- B.
George & William
- C.
George & Marty
- D.
Marty & Asahel
Correct Answer
A. Asahel & WilliamExplanation
The correct answer is Asahel & William. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question that Foley & Lardner was originally established as Finch & Lynde in 1842 as a two-man partnership. Therefore, the first names of Mr. Finch and Mr. Lynde are Asahel and William.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What is the name of the one of the restaurant cruises that sail along the Potomac River?
- A.
Odyssey III
- B.
Handy Dandy
- C.
Spirit of the Potomac
- D.
The Presidential
Correct Answer
A. Odyssey IIIExplanation
Odyssey III is the correct answer because it is one of the restaurant cruises that sail along the Potomac River. The other options, Handy Dandy, Spirit of the Potomac, and The Presidential, do not correspond to any known restaurant cruises on the Potomac River.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which of the following is not a restaurant situated here at the Washington Harbour?
- A.
Cabanas
- B.
Riverside Grill
- C.
Agraria
- D.
Clyde’s
Correct Answer
D. Clyde’sExplanation
Clyde's is not a restaurant situated at the Washington Harbour.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which Metro station has the longest escalator in the Western Hemisphere?
- A.
Eastern Market
- B.
West Hyattsville
- C.
Wheaton
- D.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Correct Answer
C. WheatonExplanation
Wheaton Metro station has the longest escalator in the Western Hemisphere.Rate this question:
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- 17.
In the 2004 movie, National Treasure, Nicholas Cage’s character, Benjamin Franklin Gates, steals what from the National Archives, in hopes to find an alleged cryptic message that leads to a hidden treasure?
- A.
Declaration of Independence
- B.
The Constitution of the United States
- C.
The Declaration of Arms
- D.
The Virginia Declaration of Rights
Correct Answer
A. Declaration of IndependenceExplanation
In the 2004 movie, National Treasure, Benjamin Franklin Gates steals the Declaration of Independence from the National Archives in hopes of finding a cryptic message that leads to a hidden treasure.Rate this question:
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If you would like a run-in with the paranormal, which of the following places is said to be haunted in D.C.?
- A.
The Capitol Building
- B.
The Library of Congress
- C.
The Supreme Court
- D.
All of the Above
Correct Answer
D. All of the AboveExplanation
All of the above locations in D.C. are said to be haunted. The Capitol Building is believed to be haunted by the ghost of a former President, as well as other spirits. The Library of Congress is said to be haunted by the ghost of a former librarian, and the Supreme Court is rumored to be haunted by the ghost of a former Justice. Therefore, if you want a paranormal experience, all of these locations are worth exploring.Rate this question:
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