Arctic Insights: The Sarah Palin Alaska Quiz

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1. Palin was the first female Vice-Presidential candidate on the Republican ticket. Who was the first for Democrats?

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Geraldine Ferraro was the first female Vice-Presidential candidate on the Democratic ticket. She was the running mate of Walter Mondale in the 1984 presidential election.

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Arctic Insights: The Sarah Palin Alaska Quiz - Quiz

Embark on a journey through the frozen landscapes of Alaska with "Arctic Insights: The Sarah Palin Alaska Quiz." This quiz invites you to explore the political career and... see moreinfluence of Sarah Palin, a key figure in Alaska's history and American politics. Delve into questions that traverse the rugged terrains of the Arctic and unravel the impact of Palin's leadership on the Last Frontier.

Whether you're a political enthusiast, an Alaskan aficionado, or simply curious about the interplay of politics and wilderness, this quiz offers an engaging exploration. Navigate through scenarios that shed light on Palin's role as Alaska's governor, her contributions to national discourse, and the dynamic relationship between her political career and the unique challenges of the Alaskan wilderness.

Click to embark on the "Arctic Insights" quiz adventure, where each question is a window into the intersection of politics and the unparalleled beauty of Alaska. Test your knowledge, uncover the nuances of Sarah Palin's Alaskan journey, and let this quiz be your guide to understanding the Arctic insights she brought to the forefront of American politics.
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2. Where was Palin born?

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Palin was born in Idaho.

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3. Where did a young Palin earn the nickname "Sarah Barracuda"?

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Sarah Palin earned the nickname "Sarah Barracuda" on the basketball court. This suggests that she was known for being aggressive and relentless in her playing style, similar to the behavior of a barracuda.

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4. The show is produced by Mark Burnett, who also produced which of the following?

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The correct answer is "Survivor". This is because the question asks about a show that is produced by Mark Burnett, and "Survivor" is one of the shows that he has produced.

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5. Name all of Palin’s children.

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6. What did Sarah Palin get in 2007?

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She got a passport that July to visit members of the Alaska National Guard stationed in Kuwait. The Saks shopping spree didn’t come until the following year.

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7. Which animal did Palin support shooting from planes?

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Palin supported shooting wolves from planes. This may be due to the fact that wolves are known to prey on caribou, which are a valuable resource for hunters in Alaska. By reducing the wolf population, Palin may have believed that it would help protect the caribou population and benefit hunters. Additionally, Palin may have supported this measure as a way to appease certain interest groups or to gain political support from hunters and ranchers.

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8. Which singer was, like Palin, raised in Alaska?

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Also like Palin, Jewel was on the cover of Time magazine. (Palin has been on twice.)

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9. What is Palin’s middle name?

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The others are the middle names of Michelle Obama, Christine O’Donnell, and Hillary Clinton, respectively.

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10. Who recently called Palin a front-runner for the 2012 Presidential campaign, and put himself in “fourth” behind her, Mitt Romney, and Mike Huckabee?

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Newt Gingrich recently called Palin a front-runner for the 2012 Presidential campaign and put himself in "fourth" behind her, Mitt Romney, and Mike Huckabee.

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11. Palin was the mayor of Wasilla, Alaska, from 1996 until 2002. What was the population of Wasilla in the year 2000, according to the U.S. Census?

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12. Where was the so-called “Bridge to Nowhere” supposed to go?

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The so-called "Bridge to Nowhere" was supposed to go to Gravina Island, which has a population of fifty.

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13. On what day in 2009 did Palin announce her resignation as governor of Alaska?

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Palin announced her resignation as governor of Alaska on July 3rd, the day before Independence Day.

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14. Which other Alaskan was a candidate in the 2008 Presidential election?

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Mike Gravel was a candidate in the 2008 Presidential election.

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15. Which of the following comments has NOT been made by Palin regarding the possibility of a 2012 Presidential run?

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That last one was Newt Gingrich.

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16. In this week’s magazine, Nancy Franklin writes about “Sarah Palin’s Alaska,” a reality-television show premiering on November 14th on TLC, the channel that is home to all of the following shows EXCEPT which one?

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The correct answer is "Little and Pregnant" because the question asks for the show that is NOT home to TLC, and the other three shows ("Obese and Pregnant," "I Didn't Know I Was Pregnant," and "Paralyzed and Pregnant") are all shows that are on TLC.

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17. After the 2008 election, Politico reported that the Republican National Committee had spent a hundred and fifty thousand dollars on clothes and accessories for the Palin family. By comparison, how much did the U.S. pay for Alaska in 1867?

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The correct answer is "Seven million dollars." This answer is based on the historical fact that the U.S. purchased Alaska from Russia in 1867 for this amount. The question is asking for a comparison between the amount spent on clothes and accessories for the Palin family and the cost of purchasing Alaska.

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18. As the mayor of Wasilla, Palin spent fifty thousand dollars of city funds to redecorate her office without getting approval. When Nick Carney, a city council member, confronted her about it, what did she say, according to Carney?

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Carney thought the redone office “looked like a bordello.”

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19. Why did Palin say that she didn’t want to run against Lisa Murkowski for Senate in 2004?

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She told the Anchorage Daily News, "How could I be the team mom if I was a U.S. Senator?"

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Where was Palin born?
Where did a young Palin earn the nickname "Sarah Barracuda"?
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Name all of Palin’s children.
What did Sarah Palin get in 2007?
Which animal did Palin support shooting from planes?
Which singer was, like Palin, raised in Alaska?
What is Palin’s middle name?
Who recently called Palin a front-runner for the 2012 ...
Palin was the mayor ...
Where was the so-called “Bridge to Nowhere” supposed to go?
On what day in 2009 did Palin announce her resignation as ...
Which other Alaskan ...
Which of the following comments has NOT been made by Palin ...
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After the 2008 election, Politico reported that the ...
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