Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 24 August 2009
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1
Which organisation, with headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, was established as an agency of the League of Nations in the Treaty of Versailles in 1919 and became a specialized agency of the United Nations after the demise of the League in 1946?
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2
Which city was the capital of Italy from 1865 to 1871?
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3
What ancient Sumerian city stood on the banks of the Euphrates River between 3200 and 2300 BC?
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4
What was notable about the jobs held by Ann Hays and Elizabeth Hoisington at the end of May 1970?
A
It was the first time NASA had appointed "Shuttle Director" as a job-share
B
They were the first women fire fighters in the USA
C
They were the first women generals in the US Army
D
They were the first female bishops appointed in the Presbyterian Church
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5
In what year did the airship Graf Zeppelin complete the first round-the-world flight in September, and inaugurate the first commercial transatlantic service in October?
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6
After twelve men met in his bedroom in 1844, what was founded by Sir George Williams?
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7
Which military academy was established in 1802 on the Hudson River, USA?
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