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1. On June 15 of this year, the Detroit Tigers hosted their first night baseball game under the lights at Briggs Stadium (later Tiger Stadium) – beating the Philadelphia Athletics.

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In 1948, the Detroit Tigers hosted their first night baseball game under the lights at Briggs Stadium (later Tiger Stadium) and defeated the Philadelphia Athletics.

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2. This spot in Michigan is the highest natural point in the state of Michigan, at 1979 feet.

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Mount Arvon is the correct answer because it is stated that this spot in Michigan is the highest natural point in the state, at 1979 feet. Mount Arvon is known to be the highest natural point in Michigan, making it the correct option. Mount Pleasant, Mount Clemens, and Mount Morris are not known for being the highest natural point in the state.

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3. On June 30 of what year, did the first Chevy Corvette come off the assembly line in Flint?

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In 1953, the first Chevy Corvette was produced in Flint. This suggests that the correct answer is 1953.

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4. The Soo Locks opened on June 18, 1855 – connecting Lake Huron and Lake Superior via the St. Mary's River. What was the first steamship to pass through the locks?

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The first steamship to pass through the Soo Locks was the Illinois.

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5. On March 19, 1925 it became law in Michigan to purchase a license for:

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On March 19, 1925, it became law in Michigan to purchase a license for fishing. This means that individuals who wanted to engage in fishing activities in Michigan were required to obtain a license. The purpose of this law was likely to regulate and manage fishing activities in the state, ensuring that it was done in a legal and sustainable manner. By purchasing a fishing license, individuals would contribute to the conservation efforts and support the management of fish populations in Michigan's waters.

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6. How many counties are there in Michigan's two peninsulas?

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Michigan is divided into two peninsulas: the Upper Peninsula and the Lower Peninsula. The Upper Peninsula consists of 15 counties, while the Lower Peninsula consists of 68 counties. Therefore, the total number of counties in Michigan's two peninsulas is 83.

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7. In 2005, the Great Lakes National Cemetery (Michigan's second National Cemetery) was dedicated in which Michigan city?

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The correct answer is Holly. In 2005, the Great Lakes National Cemetery, which is Michigan's second National Cemetery, was dedicated in Holly, Michigan.

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8. The Morton Salt Company operates a factory in which Lake Michigan community?

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The correct answer is Manistee.

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9. This Michigan auto manufacturer was the first to offer an employee pension plan.

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Ford Motor Company was the first Michigan auto manufacturer to offer an employee pension plan. This plan was introduced by Henry Ford in 1912 and was revolutionary for its time. It provided retired employees with a stable income after their years of service, setting a precedent for other companies to follow. This employee pension plan was a significant step towards improving worker welfare and establishing a sense of loyalty and security among Ford employees.

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10. In 2013, this became Michigan's 102nd State Park.

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In 2013, Belle Isle became Michigan's 102nd State Park.

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On June 15 of this year, the Detroit Tigers hosted their first night...
This spot in Michigan is the highest natural point in the state of...
On June 30 of what year, did the first Chevy Corvette come off the...
The Soo Locks opened on June 18, 1855 – connecting Lake Huron...
On March 19, 1925 it became law in Michigan to purchase a license for:
How many counties are there in Michigan's two peninsulas?
In 2005, the Great Lakes National Cemetery (Michigan's second National...
The Morton Salt Company operates a factory in which Lake Michigan...
This Michigan auto manufacturer was the first to offer an employee...
In 2013, this became Michigan's 102nd State Park.
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