History Quiz #312
Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 5 January 2015
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Q1.
What waterway was opened to shipping on 15 August 1914 but not officially opened until 12 June 1920?
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2
Q2.
Who was Lawrence Edward Grace Oates, who died on 17 March 1912?
B
A member of Scott's party which reached the South Pole
C
The captain of the "Titanic"
D
A VC-winning Captain at Rorke's Drift during the Zulu Wars
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3
Q3.
Which 2014 international conference held in Australia did Vladimir Putin leave before the closing ceremonies?
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4
Q4.
What name was given to the loyal refugees that settled in Ontario after the American War of Independence?
C
United Empire Loyalists
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5
Q5.
Which of these is one of the 7 letters used by the Romans to signify numbers?
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6
Q6.
What was the name of the first turbo prop airliner, built in 1950?
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Q7.
What is the Hindu custom "suttee" that was prohibited by law in 1829?
A
Herding cattle in the street
B
A widow being incinerated on her husband's funeral pyre
C
Forcing women to wear clothing that fully covered the body
D
Eating spiced food in public
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