History Quiz #210
Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 21 January 2013
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Q1.
In 1794 in Pennsylvania, USA, more than 500 armed men attacked the fortified home of tax inspector General John Neville because of an excise tax on what product?
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Q2.
What London establishment was created in 1753 by Sir Harris Sloane?
A
London Zoo, Regents Park
C
The National Portrait Gallery
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Q3.
Which cable suspension road bridge, known as "Galloping Gertie", was completely destroyed due to "aeroelastic flutter" on 7 November 1940?
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Q4.
When were 18 year olds allowed to vote in a General Election in the United Kingdom?
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Q5.
Upon whom did Pope Leo X confer the title "Defender of the Faith" in 1521?
A
King Philippe II of Spain
B
King Henry VIII of England
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Q6.
Which country declared a state of emergency on 8 November 2005 as a result of prolonged rioting, allegedly provoked by the death of 2 teenagers?
Note: This question was updated in June 2022
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Q7.
Where was there an armed attack on the Parliament building by militants on the morning of 19 October 2010?
B
Grozny, Chechen Republic
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