General Assembly Early History Trivia
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You may work at General Assembly, but how much do you really know about the early history?
- 1.
What was the original company name of General Assembly?
- A.
Makers Assembly
- B.
Superconductor
- C.
Technology Hut
- D.
Silicon Alley Hub
Correct Answer
B. SuperconductorExplanation
Superconductor was the original company name of General Assembly.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which company was not a member of GA's first generation of startups?
- A.
Craft Coffee
- B.
Contently
- C.
Derby Jackpot
- D.
Founder's Card
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C. Derby JackpotExplanation
Derby Jackpot was not a member of GA's first generation of startups.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which founder had the foresight to predict that hand dryers would save us money over the long-haul?
- A.
Jake Schwartz
- B.
Brad Hargreaves
- C.
Matt Brimer
- D.
Adam Pritzker
Correct Answer
C. Matt BrimerExplanation
Matt Brimer is the correct answer because he had the foresight to predict that hand dryers would save us money over the long-haul. The other founders mentioned in the options, Jake Schwartz, Brad Hargreaves, and Adam Pritzker, are not mentioned to have made this prediction.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which country government is an official sponsor of GA?
- A.
Canada
- B.
Ireland
- C.
Singapore
- D.
Texas
Correct Answer
A. CanadaExplanation
Canada is the correct answer because the question asks which country's government is an official sponsor of GA (General Assembly). This implies that the government of Canada financially supports or endorses the General Assembly.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What was the original role Adrian was initially hired for?
- A.
Community Manager
- B.
Marketing
- C.
Barista
- D.
Data Analytics
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C. BaristaExplanation
Adrian was initially hired as a barista.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Where was the GA early team camping out before moving into the 4th floor of 902?
- A.
Upper West Side
- B.
7th Floor of 902 Broadway
- C.
Ace Hotel Lobby
- D.
Adam's Apartment
Correct Answer
B. 7th Floor of 902 BroadwayExplanation
The correct answer is the 7th Floor of 902 Broadway. This suggests that the GA early team was camping out on the 7th floor of the building before moving into the 4th floor.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Whose face was the first one featured in chalk on the library wall in 902?
- A.
Bill Gates
- B.
Steve Jobs
- C.
Brad Hargreaves
- D.
Michael Bloomberg
Correct Answer
B. Steve JobsExplanation
Steve Jobs' face was the first one featured in chalk on the library wall in 902. This suggests that Steve Jobs was a prominent figure or had a significant impact in the library or the field it represents. The other options, Bill Gates, Brad Hargreaves, and Michael Bloomberg, are not mentioned in relation to the library wall or any specific event.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What US city after NYC was the first to have a GA class?
- A.
Philly
- B.
San Francisco
- C.
New Haven
- D.
Boston
Correct Answer
A. PhillyExplanation
Philadelphia (Philly) was the first US city after New York City (NYC) to have a GA (General Aviation) class.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who was the original GA representative based in London?
- A.
Matt Cynamon
- B.
Rob Fitzpatrick
- C.
Courtney Meyers
- D.
Jake's Uncle
Correct Answer
B. Rob FitzpatrickExplanation
Rob Fitzpatrick was the original GA representative based in London.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Where did we get the *inspiration* for Programming for Non-Programmers?
- A.
MTV's TRL
- B.
This American Life
- C.
A note scrawled on a wall in the loo
- D.
Skillshare
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D. SkillshareExplanation
The correct answer is Skillshare. This suggests that the inspiration for Programming for Non-Programmers was derived from Skillshare. Skillshare is an online learning platform that offers various courses, including programming courses. It is likely that the creators of Programming for Non-Programmers found inspiration and resources from Skillshare to design and develop their course.Rate this question:
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