History Quiz #276
Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 28 April 2014
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Q1.
On 6 February 1840, what document was signed by Captain William Hobson (on behalf of Queen Victoria) and a number of Maori chiefs as the basis for New Zealand to become part of the British Empire?
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Q2.
What defence treaty was signed by Great Britain, the USA, France, Siam, Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan and the Philippines in 1954?
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Q3.
After World War II Emperor Hirohito of Japan signed the treaty ending the state of war with Britain on 9 September of which year?
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Q4.
According to Greek legend, which of the 9 muses was the muse of Comedy?
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Q5.
The English parliament met for the first time under that name in which century?
Note: This question was updated in February 2024
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Q6.
In their raiding, exploring, trading and settling in the 9th century Scandinavian Vikings took which city, and grew it into the capital of what became known as the Land of the Rus?
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Q7.
What was the popular name for Bethlem (or Bethlehem) Hospital, the first home for the insane in Britain established in 1403?
Note: This question was updated in June 2015
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