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    What famous movie actress did Joseph P. Kennedy spend a lot of time with in the 1920's and 1930's?

    • Gloria Swanson
    • Theda Bara
    • Myrna Loy
    • Greta Garbo
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  • 2. 

    Where is the Hebrew Confederate Cemetery located?

    • Montgomery, Alabama

    • Biloxi, Mississippi

    • Richmond, Virginia

    • Waycross, Georgia

    Correct Answer
    A. Richmond, Virginia
    Explanation
    The Hebrew Confederate Cemetery is located in Richmond, Virginia.

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  • 3. 

    What famous Confederate's last home was called "Beauvoir"?

    • Felix Robertson

    • Stonewall Jackson

    • Jefferson Davis

    • Robert E.Lee

    Correct Answer
    A. Jefferson Davis
    Explanation
    Jefferson Davis was a famous Confederate leader and the President of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. His last home was called "Beauvoir". This home, located in Biloxi, Mississippi, served as Davis' retirement residence after the war. The name "Beauvoir" is a French term meaning "beautiful view," which is fitting for the picturesque location of the house overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Davis lived in Beauvoir until his death in 1889.

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  • 4. 

    Which member of the Kennedy Family was given the nickname Kick by the family?

    • The Son Who Injured His Back In A Small Plane Crash

    • The Son Who Was Killed In An Airplane Explosion In WWII

    • The Daughter Who Was Killed In A Plane Crash In The 1940's

    • The Daughter Who Had A Botched Lobotomy

    Correct Answer
    A. The Daughter Who Was Killed In A Plane Crash In The 1940's
  • 5. 

    What was the first birth-control pill available in the U.S.?

    • Florax

    • Norvlan

    • Envoid

    • Spermex

    Correct Answer
    A. Envoid
    Explanation
    Envoid was the first birth-control pill available in the U.S. This pill revolutionized contraception by providing a reliable and convenient method for women to prevent pregnancy. Its introduction in the 1960s marked a significant milestone in reproductive health, empowering women to have more control over their reproductive choices.

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  • 6. 

    What prizefighter was refused passage on the Titanic?

    • Larry Hamstrong

    • Jack Johnson

    • 'Leadfoot' Angs

    • 'Hurricane' Jones

    Correct Answer
    A. Jack Johnson
    Explanation
    Jack Johnson was the prizefighter who was refused passage on the Titanic. Jack Johnson was an African American heavyweight boxing champion during the early 1900s. At that time, racial discrimination was prevalent, and Johnson faced significant opposition and racism in his career. It is likely that he was denied passage on the Titanic due to racial prejudices, as the ship's policies and accommodations were known to be segregated.

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  • 7. 

    Who splashed in a fountain with a drunken Congressman Wilbur Mills?

    • Donna Rice

    • Fawn Hall

    • Fanne Fox

    • Elizabeth Ray

    Correct Answer
    A. Fanne Fox
    Explanation
    Fanne Fox is the correct answer because she was involved in a scandal with Congressman Wilbur Mills in 1974. They were found together in a car near the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., with Fanne Fox wearing only a thin blouse. Mills was intoxicated and ended up jumping into the Tidal Basin, while Fox was reportedly trying to prevent him from doing so. The incident caused a major scandal and led to Mills' resignation as chairman of the Ways and Means Committee.

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  • 8. 

    Where was the Pony Express founded?

    • Leavenworth, KS

    • Hayes City, KS

    • Abilene, KS

    • Junction City, KS

    Correct Answer
    A. Leavenworth, KS
    Explanation
    The Pony Express was founded in Leavenworth, KS. This city was chosen as the starting point for the Pony Express because it was a major transportation hub and had a large population. Leavenworth provided easy access to other cities and towns, making it an ideal location for the Pony Express to begin its operations.

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  • 9. 

    What U.S. plane was affectionately known as the "Jug" in WWII?

    • B-17 Flying Fortress

    • B-29 Super Fortress

    • P-47 Thunderbolt

    • P-38 Lightning

    Correct Answer
    A. P-47 Thunderbolt
    Explanation
    During World War II, the P-47 Thunderbolt was affectionately known as the "Jug" due to its large size and shape, resembling a jug or a milk bottle. It was a single-seat fighter-bomber aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces. The P-47 Thunderbolt was heavily armored and had a powerful engine, making it a formidable aircraft in combat. It played a significant role in various missions, including ground attack and escorting bombers, earning a reputation as a reliable and versatile aircraft during the war.

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  • 10. 

    What South Carolina town is called "Birthplace of the Confederacy"?

    • Abbeville, South Carolina

    • Bluffton, South Carolina

    • Fort Sumter, South Carolina

    • Isle Of Palms, South Carolina

    Correct Answer
    A. Abbeville, South Carolina
    Explanation
    Abbeville, South Carolina is called the "Birthplace of the Confederacy" because it was in this town where the first meeting to discuss secession from the Union took place in November 1860. This meeting eventually led to the formation of the Confederate States of America.

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  • 11. 

    What Tennessee city holds the Silverdale Confederate Cemetery?

    • Chattanooga, Tennessee

    • Nashville, Tennessee

    • Murfreesboro, Tennessee

    • Shelbyville, Tennessee

    Correct Answer
    A. Chattanooga, Tennessee
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Silverdale Confederate Cemetery is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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  • 12. 

    Who did Son of Sam claim was telling him to commit his crimes?

    • Satan Himself

    • His Father Sam

    • His Neighbor's 3,000 Year Old Dog

    • Voices Inside His Head

    Correct Answer
    A. His Neighbor's 3,000 Year Old Dog
    Explanation
    The Son of Sam claimed that his neighbor's 3,000-year-old dog was telling him to commit his crimes. This suggests that he believed he was receiving instructions and commands from a supernatural entity in the form of his neighbor's ancient dog. This explanation aligns with the infamous Son of Sam case in which the perpetrator, David Berkowitz, claimed that he was influenced by demonic forces.

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  • 13. 

    What was the last Capital of the Confederacy?

    • Roanoke, Virginia

    • Danville,Virginia

    • Greensboro, North Carolina

    • Martinsville, Virginia

    Correct Answer
    A. Danville,Virginia
    Explanation
    Danville, Virginia was the last capital of the Confederacy. During the final days of the American Civil War, as General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia retreated from Richmond, the Confederate government relocated to Danville. The government stayed there for just over a week before finally disbanding. Therefore, Danville, Virginia holds the distinction of being the last capital of the Confederacy.

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  • 14. 

    What was the original name of the White House of the Confederacy?

    • Richmond Oaks

    • Brockenbrough Mansion

    • Hazelhurst Estate

    • Lee Mansion

    Correct Answer
    A. Brockenbrough Mansion
    Explanation
    The original name of the White House of the Confederacy was the Brockenbrough Mansion.

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  • 15. 

    What was the Confederacy's version of "Sad Sack"?

    • Shiloh Smith

    • Bill Arp

    • Reb Johnson

    • Gray Clad Soldier

    Correct Answer
    A. Bill Arp
    Explanation
    Bill Arp was the Confederacy's version of "Sad Sack." "Sad Sack" was a popular comic strip character during World War II who was known for his bumbling and unfortunate nature. Similarly, Bill Arp was a fictional character created by Charles Henry Smith, a Confederate soldier and writer. Arp was portrayed as a hapless and comical figure, often finding himself in humorous and embarrassing situations. This made him the Confederacy's equivalent of "Sad Sack," embodying the same sense of misfortune and comedic mishaps.

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