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  • 1. 

    Which country imported the most goods to the U.S. in 1993?

    • A.

      Mexico

    • B.

      Canada

    • C.

      China

    • D.

      Japan

    Correct Answer
    B. Canada
    Explanation
    In 1993, Canada imported the most goods to the U.S. This suggests that Canada had a significant trade relationship with the U.S. during that time, possibly due to geographical proximity and the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

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  • 2. 

    In 1994, what cable TV channel had the most subscribers?

    • A.

      Food Network

    • B.

      Cinemax

    • C.

      USA Network

    • D.

      Showtime

    Correct Answer
    C. USA Network
    Explanation
    In 1994, USA Network had the most subscribers among the given cable TV channels.

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  • 3. 

    How many people had HBO in their homes in December of 1994?

    • A.

      11 Million

    • B.

      23 Million

    • C.

      21 Million

    • D.

      18 Million

    Correct Answer
    D. 18 Million
    Explanation
    In December of 1994, approximately 18 million people had HBO in their homes.

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  • 4. 

    The Metropolitan Opera House in New York seats how many patrons?

    • A.

      20,400

    • B.

      700

    • C.

      3,800

    • D.

      12,950

    Correct Answer
    C. 3,800
    Explanation
    The Metropolitan Opera House in New York seats 3,800 patrons.

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  • 5. 

    What was the circulation average in issues of "Better Homes and Gardens" in 1994?

    • A.

      4,665,987

    • B.

      7,615,315

    • C.

      11,258,123

    • D.

      2,564,258

    Correct Answer
    B. 7,615,315
    Explanation
    In 1994, the circulation average in issues of "Better Homes and Gardens" was 7,615,315.

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  • 6. 

    In 1994, what was the estimated value of the first issue of Action Comics, in which Superman makes his first appearance?

    • A.

      65000

    • B.

      15000

    • C.

      32000

    • D.

      105000

    Correct Answer
    D. 105000
    Explanation
    In 1994, the estimated value of the first issue of Action Comics, in which Superman makes his first appearance, was $105,000. This indicates that the comic book had become highly sought after and valuable among collectors.

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  • 7. 

    In 1994, how many reports of injuries due to lightning were there?

    • A.

      1067

    • B.

      63

    • C.

      484

    • D.

      222

    Correct Answer
    C. 484
    Explanation
    In 1994, there were 484 reports of injuries due to lightning.

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  • 8. 

    In 1995, what was the estimated population of Mauritius?

    • A.

      1,221,181

    • B.

      1,118,221

    • C.

      1,122,118

    • D.

      1,118,122

    Correct Answer
    C. 1,122,118
    Explanation
    The estimated population of Mauritius in 1995 was 1,122,118.

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  • 9. 

    The annual growth rate percentage of Mauritius during 1983 to 1990 was what number?

    • A.

      6.45

    • B.

      8.15

    • C.

      0.8

    • D.

      1.75

    Correct Answer
    C. 0.8
    Explanation
    The annual growth rate percentage of Mauritius during 1983 to 1990 was 0.8.

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  • 10. 

    What percentage of the arable land of Mauritius is covered by sugar cane in 1997 estimates?

    • A.

      90%

    • B.

      75%

    • C.

      85%

    • D.

      65%

    Correct Answer
    A. 90%
    Explanation
    In 1997, approximately 90% of the arable land in Mauritius was covered by sugar cane. This means that a significant portion of the land was dedicated to the cultivation of sugar cane, indicating the importance of the sugar industry in Mauritius during that time.

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  • 11. 

    What was the amount of a floating loan given to Mauritius in London in 1995?

    • A.

      117,090,000

    • B.

      115,000,000.00

    • C.

      112,000,500

    • D.

      116,100,000

    Correct Answer
    B. 115,000,000.00
  • 12. 

    Which number represents the population of Canada in 1996?

    • A.

      19,872,356

    • B.

      32,690,412

    • C.

      22,389,451

    • D.

      28,846,761

    Correct Answer
    D. 28,846,761
    Explanation
    The number 28,846,761 represents the population of Canada in 1996.

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  • 13. 

    When was NHL hockey player Mario Lemieux born?

    • A.

      5-Oct-65

    • B.

      23-Jan-74

    • C.

      4-Oct-49

    • D.

      4-Feb-55

    Correct Answer
    A. 5-Oct-65
    Explanation
    Mario Lemieux was born on October 5th, 1965.

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  • 14. 

    What was the date that lightning struck the clock tower in the movie "Back To The Future"?

    • A.

      November 12, 1945 @ 11:11 AM

    • B.

      November 12, 1965 @ 12:00 PM

    • C.

      November 12, 1955 @ 10:04 PM

    • D.

      November 12, 1950 @ 12:01 PM

    Correct Answer
    C. November 12, 1955 @ 10:04 PM
    Explanation
    In the movie "Back To The Future," the lightning struck the clock tower on November 12, 1955 at 10:04 PM.

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  • 15. 

    According to which band, does 1+1=1?

    • A.

      The Moody Blues

    • B.

      The Who

    • C.

      Led Zeppelin

    • D.

      Pink Floyd

    Correct Answer
    B. The Who

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