History Quiz #557
Ancient and Modern History Quiz for 16 September 2019
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Q1.
When was the first National lottery advertised and held in England?
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Q2.
Which country, once part of the Republic of Gran Colombia under Simon Bolivar, became independent in 1830 and annexed the Galapagos Islands in 1832?
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Q3.
The Battle of Balaclava was in which war?
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Q4.
What was agreed by the Treaty of Northampton in 1328?
Note: This question was updated in February 2024
A
The power of the British parliament, as the Magna Carta was implemented
B
Scotland was recognised as an independent kingdom
C
The precise location of the Welsh border
D
Religious freedom for Druids
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Q5.
When did the first underground segment of the New York City Subway open, connecting New York City Hall with Harlem?
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Q6.
The Elgin Marbles, currently in the British Museum, came from which building?
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Q7.
Where was the Year of the Great Stink (1858) which led to the installation of an efficient underground sewage system?
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