Test Your Knowledge On History
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Which of these year/events is not correctly matched?
- A.
1996: Democrat Bill Clinton Is Re-Elected President
- B.
1948: TV Begins Its Boom, 1 Million Homes Have Sets
- C.
1979: Muslim Leader Ayatollah Khomeini Invades Iran
- D.
2000: Emperor Wilhelm I Of Germany Dies
Correct Answer
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Which of these year/events is not correctly matched?
- A.
1994: Yasir Arafat Awarded The Nobel Peace Prize
- B.
1818: United States And Canada Agree On Borders
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1979: Jack The Ripper Is Blamed For London Murders
- D.
1980: Iran-Iraqi War Starts
Correct Answer
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Which of these year/events is not correctly matched?
- A.
1970: Jimi Hendrix And Janis Joplin Both Die
- B.
1960: France Becomes The Fourth Nuclear Power
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1971: Eastman Invents The Kodak Camera
- D.
1751: Franklin Discovers Electricity In Lightning
Correct Answer
C. 1971: Eastman Invents The Kodak CameraExplanation
The given answer is correct because the invention of the Kodak camera is not correctly matched with the year 1971. In reality, George Eastman invented the Kodak camera in 1888, not in 1971.Rate this question:
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Which of these year/events is not correctly matched?
- A.
1948: The State Of Israel Is Created
- B.
1956: Castro Launches Revolution Against Batista
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1815: Napoleon Defeated At Waterloo
- D.
1955: Anne Sullivan Begins To Teach Helen Keller
Correct Answer
D. 1955: Anne Sullivan Begins To Teach Helen KellerExplanation
The year/event that is not correctly matched is 1955: Anne Sullivan Begins To Teach Helen Keller. Anne Sullivan actually began teaching Helen Keller in 1887, not in 1955.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which of these year/events is not correctly matched?
- A.
1967: First "Rolling Stone Magazine" Is Published
- B.
1980: U.S. Congress Creates Yellowstone National Park
- C.
1975: Microsoft Is In Business In Seattle
- D.
1972: Nixon And Brezhnev Usher In Detente
Correct Answer
B. 1980: U.S. Congress Creates Yellowstone National ParkExplanation
The correct answer is 1980: U.S. Congress Creates Yellowstone National Park. This answer is incorrect because Yellowstone National Park was actually created by the U.S. Congress on March 1, 1872. It was the first national park in the United States and is widely considered the first national park in the world.Rate this question:
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- 6.
From 1975-1995 what four states did not have any earthquakes?
- A.
New York, Iowa, North Dakota, And Wisconsin
- B.
New York, Iowa, North Dakota, And Nevada
- C.
Florida, Iowa, North Dakota, And Wisconsin
- D.
Florida, Iowa, North Carolina, And Wisconsin
Correct Answer
C. Florida, Iowa, North Dakota, And WisconsinExplanation
From 1975-1995, the four states that did not have any earthquakes were Florida, Iowa, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is the name of the luxury hotel bed and breakfast which was once a beautiful house from the 16th century?
- A.
Waldorf-Astoria
- B.
Plaza
- C.
Trump Palace
- D.
Cloister
Correct Answer
D. CloisterExplanation
The correct answer is Cloister because it is the luxury hotel bed and breakfast that was once a beautiful house from the 16th century.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What country expelled bin Laden in May 1996?
- A.
Chile
- B.
Malaysia
- C.
Egypt
- D.
Sudan
Correct Answer
D. SudanExplanation
In May 1996, Sudan expelled Osama bin Laden from their country. This decision was made due to international pressure and concerns over bin Laden's involvement in terrorist activities. Sudan's government had previously provided a safe haven for bin Laden, but as his actions became more notorious, they decided to distance themselves from him. This expulsion marked a turning point in bin Laden's life and eventually led to his relocation to Afghanistan, where he established al-Qaeda.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which U.S. President was a bachelor?
- A.
James Buchanan
- B.
Chester Arthur
- C.
Millard Fillmore
- D.
Andrew Jackson
Correct Answer
A. James BuchananExplanation
James Buchanan is the correct answer because he was the only U.S. President who never married. Buchanan remained a bachelor throughout his life and was often referred to as the "Bachelor President." He served as the 15th President of the United States from 1857 to 1861.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who was the only U.S. President who did not live in the White House?
- A.
George Washington
- B.
Abraham Lincoln
- C.
John Adams
- D.
John Kennedy
Correct Answer
A. George WashingtonExplanation
George Washington is the correct answer because he was the only U.S. President who did not live in the White House. The White House was not completed until after Washington's presidency, so he never had the opportunity to live there. Washington served as the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797, and during his presidency, he resided in various locations in New York City and Philadelphia, which were the temporary capitals at the time.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The Frisbee was invented at what college?
- A.
University Of Southern California
- B.
University Of Miami
- C.
Stanford University
- D.
Yale University
Correct Answer
D. Yale UniversityExplanation
The Frisbee was invented at Yale University.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Which country has the most universities?
- A.
Japan
- B.
India
- C.
China
- D.
U.S.
Correct Answer
B. IndiaExplanation
India is the correct answer because it has the most universities compared to Japan, China, and the U.S. While China and the U.S. have a large number of universities, India surpasses them both in terms of sheer quantity. Additionally, India's higher education system has experienced significant growth in recent years, leading to an increase in the number of universities across the country.Rate this question:
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What was the first country with a railroad (steam driven)?
- A.
Belgium
- B.
U.S.
- C.
U.K.
- D.
Germany
Correct Answer
C. U.K.Explanation
The U.K. was the first country to have a steam-driven railroad. In 1825, the Stockton and Darlington Railway opened in England, marking the beginning of the steam-powered railway era. This railway was designed for both passengers and freight transportation and played a significant role in the industrial revolution. The success of the U.K.'s railway system inspired other countries to develop their own networks, leading to the expansion of rail travel worldwide.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What is the only state to declare war on another country?
- A.
Maine
- B.
Tennessee
- C.
Florida
- D.
Virginia
Correct Answer
A. MaineExplanation
Maine is the correct answer because it is the only state in the United States to have officially declared war on another country. In 1839, Maine declared war on the United Kingdom, known as the "Aroostook War" or the "Pork and Beans War," over a boundary dispute. This conflict was resolved peacefully through negotiations, and Maine remains the only state to have taken such action.Rate this question:
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Which of these events did not happen on August 9th?
- A.
The Bombing Of Nagasaki
- B.
Jerry Garcia's Death
- C.
The Death Of Jim Morrison
- D.
The Labianca Murders By The Manson Family
Correct Answer
C. The Death Of Jim MorrisonExplanation
The Death of Jim Morrison did not happen on August 9th. The other events listed, such as the Bombing of Nagasaki, Jerry Garcia's Death, and the Labianca Murders by the Manson Family, are known to have occurred on August 9th. However, Jim Morrison, the lead vocalist of The Doors, died on July 3, 1971, which is not August 9th.Rate this question:
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