Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 27 May 2019
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Question 1: A popular understanding is that The White House in Washington DC was painted white to cover what damage?
A
B
Earthquake of 1805
Burning by the British in 1812
C
Paint-throwing during the Slave-owners' Uprising of 1860
D
Confederate Army attack during the American Civil War, 1862