Foley Pursuit (D.C. Version)

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1. Which of the following is not a restaurant situated here at the Washington Harbour?

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Clyde's is not a restaurant situated at the Washington Harbour.

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2. Which city does Foley & Lardner not have an office in?

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Foley & Lardner does not have an office in Houston.

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3. 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”

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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.

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4. 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?

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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.

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5. According to Law & Politics Media, Inc., which two attorneys were named Washington, D.C.'s 2009 "Super Lawyers"?

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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.

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6. 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

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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.

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7. Which Metro stop is not on the Blue Line?

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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.

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8. Which of the following is not a conference room located on the newly renovated 6th floor conference center in the Washington, D.C. office?

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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.

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9. Which actor was born in Washington, D.C.?

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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.

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10. 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?

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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.

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11. In 1980, the first female partner to work for Foley & Larnder, was hired by the D.C. office.  What was her name?

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Linda Kamm was hired by the D.C. office in 1980 as the first female partner to work for Foley & Larnder.

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12. In which year did the Redskins win their first Super Bowl?

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In 1983, the Redskins won their first Super Bowl.

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13. Which Metro station has the longest escalator in the Western Hemisphere?

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Wheaton Metro station has the longest escalator in the Western Hemisphere.

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14. If you would like a run-in with the paranormal, which of the following places is said to be haunted in D.C.?

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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.

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15. The quaint neighborhood of Georgetown assimilated into the city of Washington, D.C. in which year?

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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.

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16. What is the name of the one of the restaurant cruises that sail along the Potomac River?

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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.

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17. Name three U.S. federal government buildings that are located within the Federal Triangle?

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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.

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18. From 1895 – 1900, Foley & Lardner was known as:

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During the period from 1895 to 1900, Foley & Lardner operated under the name Miller, Noyes, Miller & Wahl.

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Which of the following is not a restaurant situated here at the...
Which city does Foley & Lardner not have an office in?
In which movie does actor Wesley Snipes play a detective, who attempts...
In the 2004 movie, National Treasure, Nicholas Cage’s character,...
According to Law & Politics Media, Inc., which two attorneys were...
On May 30th, 1922, a memorial in the form of a Greek Doric temple was...
Which Metro stop is not on the Blue Line?
Which of the following is not a conference room located on the newly...
Which actor was born in Washington, D.C.?
Foley & Lardner was originally established as Finch & Lynde in...
In 1980, the first female partner to work for Foley & Larnder, was...
In which year did the Redskins win their first Super Bowl?
Which Metro station has the longest escalator in the Western...
If you would like a run-in with the paranormal, which of the following...
The quaint neighborhood of Georgetown assimilated into the city of...
What is the name of the one of the restaurant cruises that sail along...
Name three U.S. federal government buildings that are located within...
From 1895 – 1900, Foley & Lardner was known as:
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