Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 8 February 2010
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1
According to Greek mythology, who accompanied Jason on his journey to find the Golden Fleece?
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2
A terrorist attack was launched on New York that resulted in the destruction of the Twin Towers on which day in 2001?
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3
What disaster hit Bangladesh on 13 November 1970, killing 500,000 people?
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Flooding of the Ganges-Brahmaputra River
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4
What disaster occured in Ireland in 1845?
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5
In Greek legend, who was the son of Daedalus who fell to his death?
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6
Which country suffered the largest number of deaths from a tsunami on 26 December 2004?
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7
Which warship captured numerous merchant ships and defeated five British warships (HMS Guerriere, HMS Java, HMS Pictou, HMS Cyane and HMS Levant) in the War of 1812 against Great Britain?
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