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  • 1. 

    Who was the only slave to ever live in the household of John Adams?

    • A.

      Sally Hemings

    • B.

      Frederick Douglass

    • C.

      Phyllis Wheatley

    • D.

      Dred Scott

    Correct Answer
    A. Sally Hemings
    Explanation
    Sally Hemings is the correct answer because she was the only slave known to have lived in the household of John Adams. Sally Hemings was an enslaved woman who was owned by Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States. She was also believed to have had a romantic relationship with Jefferson and bore several of his children. While John Adams was the second President, there is no historical evidence to suggest that any other slave lived in his household.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the three candidates for President in the 1992 election was left-handed?

    • A.

      Ross Perot

    • B.

      Bill Clinton

    • C.

      All Of The Choices

    • D.

      George Bush

    Correct Answer
    C. All Of The Choices
    Explanation
    All of the choices were left-handed because the question states "Which of the three candidates for President in the 1992 election was left-handed?" Since there were only three candidates mentioned (Ross Perot, Bill Clinton, and George Bush), and the question asks for the candidate(s) who were left-handed, the answer must be "All Of The Choices" as it includes all three candidates.

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  • 3. 

    Who murdered Josie Langmaid on October 4, 1875 in Pembroke, New Hampshire?

    • A.

      Charles Moore

    • B.

      Belle Lake

    • C.

      Joseph Lapage

    • D.

      William Drew

    Correct Answer
    C. JosepH Lapage
    Explanation
    Joseph Lapage is the correct answer because he was the one who murdered Josie Langmaid on October 4, 1875 in Pembroke, New Hampshire.

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  • 4. 

    Which of these men did not run for the Republican nomination in the 1988 Presidential primaries?

    • A.

      George Bush

    • B.

      Alexander Haig

    • C.

      Dan Quayle

    • D.

      Bob Dole

    Correct Answer
    C. Dan Quayle
    Explanation
    Dan Quayle did not run for the Republican nomination in the 1988 Presidential primaries.

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  • 5. 

    Who was General Ulysses S. Grant's predecessor in the army of the Potomac?

    • A.

      Admiral David Farragut

    • B.

      General Joseph Hooker

    • C.

      General Ambose Burnside

    • D.

      General George McClellan

    Correct Answer
    B. General JosepH Hooker
    Explanation
    General Joseph Hooker was General Ulysses S. Grant's predecessor in the army of the Potomac.

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  • 6. 

    What type of weapon did the Son of Sam use in his murders?

    • A.

      Colt .45 ACP

    • B.

      Smith And Wesson .44 Revolver

    • C.

      Charter Arms .44 Revolver

    • D.

      Knife

    Correct Answer
    C. Charter Arms .44 Revolver
    Explanation
    The Son of Sam used a Charter Arms .44 Revolver as his weapon of choice in his murders.

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  • 7. 

    The name of what Indian tribe came from a Creek Indian word meaning "runaways"?

    • A.

      Comanche

    • B.

      Navajo

    • C.

      Seminole

    • D.

      Apache

    Correct Answer
    C. Seminole
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Seminole. The name of this Indian tribe originated from a Creek Indian word that meant "runaways". This suggests that the tribe may have been composed of individuals who had fled or escaped from another group or situation.

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  • 8. 

    I have to be 23 before I can become what in government?

    • A.

      Intern In Government Office

    • B.

      Page In The Senate

    • C.

      An FBI Agent

    • D.

      Member Of Secret Service

    Correct Answer
    C. An FBI Agent
    Explanation
    To become an FBI Agent in the government, one must be at least 23 years old. This age requirement ensures that candidates have gained enough life experience and maturity before taking on the responsibilities of an FBI Agent. It is important for individuals in this position to possess the necessary skills and judgment to handle sensitive and high-stakes situations effectively.

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  • 9. 

    Who was called Old Whiskers?

    • A.

      Ulysses S. Grant

    • B.

      FDR's Vp, John Nance Garner

    • C.

      Benjamin Harrison's Pet Goat.

    • D.

      Zachary Taylor

    Correct Answer
    C. Benjamin Harrison's Pet Goat.
    Explanation
    Old Whiskers was the nickname given to Benjamin Harrison's pet goat. This nickname refers to the goat's long, whisker-like beard. It was a playful and endearing nickname given to the goat, which became well-known during Harrison's presidency.

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  • 10. 

    What was the Secret Service's code name for President Bill Clinton?

    • A.

      Lion

    • B.

      Eagle

    • C.

      Little Rock

    • D.

      Bubba

    Correct Answer
    B. Eagle
    Explanation
    The Secret Service's code name for President Bill Clinton was Eagle. Code names are used by the Secret Service to refer to the President and other protected individuals for security purposes. The code name Eagle likely represents strength, leadership, and the symbol of the United States.

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  • 11. 

    What was the nickname Daniel Boone gave to his Kentucky rifle?

    • A.

      Thunderclap

    • B.

      Boomer

    • C.

      Ticklicker

    • D.

      Deerslayer

    Correct Answer
    C. Ticklicker
    Explanation
    Daniel Boone gave the nickname "Ticklicker" to his Kentucky rifle.

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  • 12. 

    What islands did James Cook discover?

    • A.

      Prince Edward Island

    • B.

      Newfoundland

    • C.

      The Galapagos Islands

    • D.

      Hawaii

    Correct Answer
    D. Hawaii
    Explanation
    James Cook discovered Hawaii. The other options, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, and the Galapagos Islands, were not discovered by James Cook.

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  • 13. 

    Who was the only President to ever balance the budget?

    • A.

      Franklin Roosevelt

    • B.

      George Washington

    • C.

      It Has Never Happened

    • D.

      Andrew Jackson

    Correct Answer
    D. Andrew Jackson
    Explanation
    Andrew Jackson is the correct answer because he was the only President in history to successfully balance the budget. During his presidency from 1829 to 1837, Jackson was able to eliminate the national debt and achieve a surplus in the federal budget. His commitment to fiscal responsibility and reducing government spending allowed him to accomplish this feat, making him the only President to achieve a balanced budget.

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  • 14. 

    The original Aunt Jemima was introduced at what event?

    • A.

      Cooking Show In Boise, Idaho (1918)

    • B.

      Chicago World's Exposition (1893)

    • C.

      New York World's Fair (1934)

    • D.

      Apollo Theater (1927)

    Correct Answer
    B. Chicago World's Exposition (1893)
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Chicago World's Exposition (1893). The original Aunt Jemima was introduced at this event, which took place in Chicago in 1893. This exposition was a major event that showcased various products and innovations, and it provided a platform for the introduction of Aunt Jemima pancake mix.

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  • 15. 

    What bird is on the Illinois State flag?

    • A.

      An American Bald Eagle

    • B.

      An American Golden Eagle

    • C.

      A Blue Jay

    • D.

      A Swan

    Correct Answer
    A. An American Bald Eagle
    Explanation
    The American Bald Eagle is on the Illinois State flag because it is a symbol of strength, courage, and freedom. The bald eagle is also the national bird of the United States and is commonly associated with patriotism. It is fitting for the Illinois State flag to feature the American Bald Eagle as it represents the state's pride in its nation and its values.

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