Black Friday: Trivia Quiz

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    Which of these is usually popular on that day?

    • Football finals 
    • Discount sales 
    • Holiday 
    • Film festival 
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Black Friday is celebrated annually on the Fourth Friday of November. After the thanksgiving day celebrated in the United States, the Friday that follows witnesses the event of Black Friday. The event is now being celebrated all over the world. How well do you know this event? Take our quiz to find out

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  • 2. 
    What is Black Friday known to be in the year? - ProProfs

    What is Black Friday known to be in the year?

    • Hottest day

    • Coldest day 

    • Holiday 

    • Busiest day 

    Correct Answer
    A. Busiest day 
    Explanation
    Black Friday is known to be the busiest day of the year. It is the day after Thanksgiving and marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season. On this day, retailers offer significant discounts and promotions, attracting a large number of shoppers both in-store and online. People often line up outside stores early in the morning to take advantage of the deals, resulting in long queues and crowded shopping centers. The term "Black Friday" originated from the idea that retailers' profits would go from being in the red (loss) to the black (profit) on this day.

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  • 3. 
    Which of these is not carried out on that day? - ProProfs

    Which of these is not carried out on that day?

    • Holiday 

    • Post-Thanksgiving 

    • Shopping 

    • Pre-Christmas 

    Correct Answer
    A. Holiday 
    Explanation
    The question is asking which activity is not carried out on that day. The options given are Holiday, Post-Thanksgiving, Shopping, and Pre-Christmas. Among these options, the correct answer is Holiday, as the other three activities (Post-Thanksgiving, Shopping, and Pre-Christmas) are commonly associated with the day in question.

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  • 4. 
    Which of these is referred to as the origin of the day? - ProProfs

    Which of these is referred to as the origin of the day?

    • London

    • Paris 

    • Istanbul 

    • Philadelphia 

    Correct Answer
    A. Philadelphia 
    Explanation
    Philadelphia is referred to as the origin of the day because it is the city where the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776, marking the birth of the United States of America. This event is celebrated annually as Independence Day, which is considered the origin or the beginning of the day for the nation.

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  • 5. 
    What is done on Black Friday? - ProProfs

    What is done on Black Friday?

    • Halloween 

    • Thanksgiving 

    • Pre-Christmas 

    • Pre-New year 

    Correct Answer
    A. Pre-Christmas 
    Explanation
    Black Friday is a shopping event that takes place on the day after Thanksgiving in the United States. It marks the beginning of the Christmas shopping season and is known for its massive sales and discounts offered by retailers. Shoppers often wait in long lines and rush to stores early in the morning to take advantage of the deals. Therefore, the correct answer is "Pre-Christmas" as Black Friday is a major shopping day leading up to the Christmas holiday.

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  • 6. 
    Which of these does Black Friday represent?  - ProProfs

    Which of these does Black Friday represent? 

    • Christmas 

    • Thanksgiving 

    • Shopping 

    • Easter 

    Correct Answer
    A. Shopping 
    Explanation
    Black Friday represents shopping. It is the day after Thanksgiving when retailers offer significant discounts and promotions to attract shoppers. It has become a popular tradition for people to start their holiday shopping on this day, taking advantage of the sales and deals offered by various stores. Black Friday is known for long lines, crowded stores, and competitive shopping, making it a significant day for consumers to find bargains and kickstart their holiday shopping season.

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  • 7. 
    When did the Black Friday originate? - ProProfs

    When did the Black Friday originate?

    • 1800's

    • 1900's

    • 2000's

    • 1700's

    Correct Answer
    A. 1900's
    Explanation
    Black Friday originated in the 1900s. The term was first used to describe a financial crisis in 1869, but it wasn't until the 20th century that it became associated with the day after Thanksgiving. In the early 1900s, Thanksgiving parades were becoming popular, and retailers saw an opportunity to attract shoppers by offering sales and promotions. Over time, Black Friday evolved into one of the biggest shopping days of the year, marking the beginning of the holiday shopping season.

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  • 8. 
    What did the day represent prior to its present significance? - ProProfs

    What did the day represent prior to its present significance?

    • National day of mourning 

    • Thanksgiving 

    • Stock market crash 

    • Christmas 

    Correct Answer
    A. Stock market crash 
    Explanation
    The day represented the occurrence of a stock market crash before it gained its present significance.

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  • 9. 
    What time do most retailers open on Black Friday?  - ProProfs

    What time do most retailers open on Black Friday? 

    • 3 a.m

    • 4 a.m

    • 5 a.m

    • 6 a.m

    Correct Answer
    A. 5 a.m
    Explanation
    Most retailers open at 5 a.m on Black Friday. This is a common practice as it allows them to attract early bird shoppers who are looking for the best deals and discounts. Opening at this time also creates a sense of urgency and excitement among customers, encouraging them to start their shopping early in order to secure the limited stock and offers available. Additionally, opening at 5 a.m gives retailers enough time to prepare their stores and organize their inventory before the influx of customers.

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  • 10. 
    When did the black Friday become a national term officially? - ProProfs

    When did the black Friday become a national term officially?

    • 1980's 

    • 1970's

    • 1960's

    • 1950's

    Correct Answer
    A. 1960's
    Explanation
    In the 1960s, the term "Black Friday" officially became a national term. This term is used to refer to the day after Thanksgiving, which marks the beginning of the Christmas shopping season. It is believed that the term originated in Philadelphia, where it was used to describe the heavy and disruptive pedestrian and vehicle traffic that occurred on this day. Over time, the term gained popularity and spread throughout the United States, becoming a widely recognized term for the busiest shopping day of the year.

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