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Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    How many quarters are there in an NFL football game?

    • A.

      1

    • B.

      2

    • C.

      3

    • D.

      4

    Correct Answer
    D. 4
    Explanation
    An NFL football game consists of four quarters. Each quarter lasts for 15 minutes, resulting in a total game time of 60 minutes. The game is divided into quarters to allow for breaks, strategy adjustments, and rest periods for the players. Each team has the opportunity to score points and gain an advantage in each of the four quarters. Therefore, the correct answer is 4.

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  • 2. 

    What is the capital of Puerto Rico?

    • A.

      Santo Domingo

    • B.

      San Juan

    • C.

      La Ciudad de Mexico

    • D.

      Agua

    Correct Answer
    B. San Juan
    Explanation
    San Juan is the correct answer because it is the capital of Puerto Rico. Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic, La Ciudad de Mexico is the capital of Mexico, and Agua is not a capital city.

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  • 3. 

    Who is the prime minister of Canada?

    • A.

      Stephen Harper

    • B.

      Queen Elizabeth

    • C.

      President? There isn't one.

    • D.

      Justin Trudeau

    Correct Answer
    D. Justin Trudeau
    Explanation
    Justin Trudeau is the Prime Minister of Canada.       

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following states has a city named Harrisonburg in it?

    • A.

      Virginia

    • B.

      Washington

    • C.

      Michigan

    • D.

      New York

    Correct Answer
    A. Virginia
    Explanation
    Virginia is the correct answer because it is the only state listed that has a city named Harrisonburg. Michigan, New York, and Washington do not have cities with the name Harrisonburg in them.

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  • 5. 

    How many dimes would you have if I were to give you a dollar?

    • A.

      0

    • B.

      10

    • C.

      100

    • D.

      1000

    Correct Answer
    B. 10
    Explanation
    If someone were to give you a dollar, you would have 10 dimes. This is because there are 10 dimes in a dollar.

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  • 6. 

    Which is not the name of a country song?

    • A.

      A Boy Named Sue

    • B.

      Dang Me

    • C.

      Dang ol Ray Ray

    • D.

      The Ballad of Jed Clampett

    Correct Answer
    C. Dang ol Ray Ray
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Dang ol Ray Ray" because it is not the name of a country song. The other options, "A Boy Named Sue," "Dang Me," and "The Ballad of Jed Clampett," are all well-known country songs. However, "Dang ol Ray Ray" does not correspond to any known country song title.

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  • 7. 

    How do you spell David's last name, the person who won American Idol?

    • A.

      Archeleta

    • B.

      Archuleta

    • C.

      Archulueta

    • D.

      Archelatea

    Correct Answer
    B. Archuleta
    Explanation
    David's last name, the person who won American Idol, is spelled Archuleta.

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  • 8. 

    In which year did Hurricane Katrina occur?

    • A.

      2004

    • B.

      2003

    • C.

      2006

    • D.

      2005

    Correct Answer
    D. 2005
    Explanation
    Hurricane Katrina occurred in 2005. This powerful hurricane made landfall in the United States, particularly affecting the Gulf Coast region, including Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. It caused widespread devastation, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives and causing immense damage to infrastructure and property. The impacts of Hurricane Katrina were long-lasting and highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness and response in the face of extreme weather events.

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  • 9. 

    Which was on the air first?

    • A.

      MTV

    • B.

      ABC

    • C.

      NBC

    • D.

      CNN

    Correct Answer
    C. NBC
    Explanation
    NBC was on the air before MTV, ABC, and CNN.

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  • 10. 

    The song I'll Fly Away is a _________.

    • A.

      Country

    • B.

      Bluegrass

    • C.

      Hip Hop

    • D.

      Cannot be classified

    Correct Answer
    D. Cannot be classified
    Explanation
    The song "I'll Fly Away" defies classification due to its unique blend of musical elements and influences. It incorporates elements from various genres such as country, bluegrass, gospel, and folk, making it difficult to categorize it under a single genre. The song's diverse musical composition and universal appeal make it a timeless piece that transcends traditional genre boundaries.

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  • 11. 

    Which of the following countries is not available on Google's Bird Eye View?

    • A.

      Greece

    • B.

      United Kingdom

    • C.

      France

    • D.

      Japan

    Correct Answer
    A. Greece
    Explanation
    Greece is not available on Google's Bird Eye View.

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  • 12. 

    The highest temperature ever recorded on the earth is ________.

    • A.

      180 F

    • B.

      136 F

    • C.

      105 F

    • D.

      111 F

    Correct Answer
    B. 136 F
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 136 F. This temperature represents the highest ever recorded on Earth.

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  • 13. 

    Who hosted the Summer Olympics in 1932?

    • A.

      St. Mortiz

    • B.

      Los Angeles

    • C.

      Sapporo

    • D.

      London

    Correct Answer
    B. Los Angeles
    Explanation
    Los Angeles hosted the Summer Olympics in 1932.

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  • 14. 

    Earth is closest to the size of ____________.

    • A.

      Mercury

    • B.

      Venus

    • C.

      Mars

    • D.

      Neptune

    Correct Answer
    B. Venus
    Explanation
    Earth is closest to the size of Venus. Both Earth and Venus are terrestrial planets, meaning they have a solid surface, and they are similar in size and composition. Venus has a diameter that is only slightly smaller than Earth's, making it the closest in size to our planet among the options provided. Mercury and Mars are smaller than Earth, while Neptune is a gas giant and significantly larger than both Earth and Venus.

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  • 15. 

    What is the most used letter in the English language?

    • A.

      O

    • B.

      A

    • C.

      E

    • D.

      I

    Correct Answer
    C. E
    Explanation
    The letter "e" is the most used letter in the English language. It appears frequently in many common words and is essential for constructing sentences. Its high frequency is due to its presence in common functional words like "the," "and," and "is," as well as in various verb forms and pronouns. Additionally, "e" is often used in prefixes and suffixes, further contributing to its prevalence in the English language.

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  • 16. 

    Where is Russia? (you must choose one)

    • A.

      South East Asia

    • B.

      Next to Japan

    • C.

      Europe

    • D.

      South America

    Correct Answer
    B. Next to Japan
    Explanation
    Russia is located next to Japan. This can be attributed to the geographical proximity of the two countries. Russia is a transcontinental country, spanning across both Europe and Asia. Its easternmost regions, such as the Kamchatka Peninsula, are situated close to Japan, separated by the Sea of Japan. This proximity has influenced historical, cultural, and economic interactions between Russia and Japan.

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  • 17. 

    Brachypodium distachyon is the scientific name for a type of ___________.

    • A.

      Planet

    • B.

      Tree

    • C.

      Fungi

    • D.

      Grass

    Correct Answer
    D. Grass
    Explanation
    Brachypodium distachyon is the scientific name for a type of grass.

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