The Berkshire Eagle Local News Quiz
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Get ready for 'The Berkshire Eagle Local News Quiz'. The Berkshire Eagle is an American daily newspaper that publishes news. It covers all of Berkshire county. In this quiz, you are required to answer questions about the news published in June 2012. So, are you aware of it? Do you think you can answer this? Try this quiz, and if you follow its news daily, you will definitely pass this quiz.
- 1.
The historic Cornell Inn in Lenox, which recently went up for sale, has a number of buildings on site. But the oldest one was built in what year?
- A.
1777
- B.
1802
- C.
1864
- D.
1904
Correct Answer
A. 1777Explanation
The historic Cornell Inn in Lenox has a number of buildings on site, and the oldest one was built in 1777.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What's the name of the new Futures League baseball team playing at Wahconah Park?
- A.
The Colonials
- B.
The All-Stars
- C.
The Suns
- D.
The Mets
Correct Answer
C. The SunsExplanation
The correct answer is The Suns. This suggests that the new Futures League baseball team playing at Wahconah Park is called The Suns.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What solo artist and musician from the legendary hip-hop group The Wu-Tang Clan member performed recently at the Colonial Theatre?
- A.
Macedonia
- B.
M.C. Hammer
- C.
Raekwon
- D.
Killa Bee
Correct Answer
C. RaekwonExplanation
Raekwon performs/performed Wednesday, June 13, at the Colonial.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Pittsfield's Board of Health recently enacted a ban on tobacco-product sales at which of the following?
- A.
Pharmacies
- B.
Convenience stores
- C.
Senior centers
- D.
Bars and lounges
Correct Answer
A. pHarmaciesExplanation
The correct answer is Pharmacies. Pittsfield's Board of Health recently implemented a ban on the sale of tobacco products in pharmacies. This decision is likely based on the understanding that pharmacies are meant to promote health and well-being, and selling tobacco products contradicts this purpose. By prohibiting the sale of tobacco in pharmacies, the Board of Health aims to encourage healthier choices and reduce the availability of tobacco products in places that are traditionally associated with healthcare.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In June 2012, the newspaper mostly covered natural disasters.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement contradicts itself by saying that "the newspaper mostly covered natural disasters" in June 2012. It is not possible for a newspaper to mostly cover natural disasters in a specific month, as newspapers cover a wide range of topics including politics, sports, entertainment, and more. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What financial institution recently bought the former Harry's Supermarket on Elm Street in Pittsfield with an eye to turning it into a main office and/or bank branch?
- A.
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank
- B.
Greylock Federal Credit Union
- C.
Berkshire Bank
- D.
Berkshire Federal Credit Union
Correct Answer
A. Pittsfield Cooperative BankExplanation
The Pittsfield Cooperative Bank recently bought the former Harry's Supermarket on Elm Street in Pittsfield with the intention of converting it into a main office and/or bank branch.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The newspaper mostly covers the international news.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement suggests that the newspaper mostly focuses on international news. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that the statement is not true. This implies that the newspaper does not primarily cover international news, but rather may have a more diverse range of topics, including local, national, and international news.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Olivia Culpo of the Pittsfield Culpo family recently won what?
- A.
Miss Massachusetts
- B.
Miss America
- C.
Miss Universe
- D.
Miss USA
Correct Answer
D. Miss USAExplanation
Olivia Culpo of the Pittsfield Culpo family recently won Miss USA.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What famous singer is joining James Taylor for his July 2 show at Tanglewood?
- A.
Katy Perry
- B.
Taylor Swift
- C.
Kelly Clarkson
- D.
Carrie Underwood
Correct Answer
B. Taylor SwiftExplanation
Taylor Swift is joining James Taylor for his July 2 show at Tanglewood.Rate this question:
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