History Quiz #627
Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 18 January 2021
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Q1.
Gibraltar was ceded to the UK by Spain in 1713 and although now semi-autonomous is still under UK government; it has been a strategic advantage to the UK at a number of times, which is NOT one of these?
A
prior to the Battle of Trafalgar 1805
B
during the Spanish Civil War 1820-23
C
during the Crimean War 1853-56
D
following the opening of the Suez Canal 1869
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Q2.
The Central Criminal Court, London, which is also known as "The Old Bailey", stands on the site of what structure, now demolished?
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Q3.
When was the American group, The Lincoln Project, formed?
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Q4.
What was the capital of West Germany from 1945 to 1990?
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Q5.
What colour connects 29 October 1929, 19 October 1987 and 22 November 1963 in US history?
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Q6.
What London landmark has served as the Royal Mint, the Public Records Office, a royal menagerie, a residence and a prison?
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Q7.
In Norse mythology, who was best known for carrying a hammer?
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