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1.

The Liberty Bell cracked in 1835, as it was tolling for the death of what person?
- A.
  
  Thomas Paine
- B.
  
  Justice John Marshall
- C.
  
  Thomas Jefferson
- D.
  
  John Quincy Adams
Correct Answer
B. Justice John Marshall

Explanation
Justice John Marshall is the correct answer because the Liberty Bell cracked in 1835 while tolling for his death. John Marshall was the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1801 until his death in 1835. The crack in the Liberty Bell is said to have occurred during Marshall's funeral procession, symbolizing the end of an era and the passing of a prominent figure in American history.

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2.

What was the name of the first U.S. aircraft carrier?
- A.
  
  USS Saratoga
- B.
  
  USS Langley
- C.
  
  USS Maine
- D.
  
  USS Yorktown
Correct Answer
B. USS Langley

Explanation
The correct answer is USS Langley. The USS Langley was the first aircraft carrier of the United States Navy. It was commissioned in 1922 and served as an experimental ship to test the feasibility of operating aircraft from ships. Although it was converted from a collier ship and had limited capabilities, the USS Langley paved the way for the development of future aircraft carriers in the U.S. Navy.

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3.

What was considered the first victory in battle for the U.S. Navy in WWII?
- A.
  
  The Battle Of Coral Sea
- B.
  
  The Battle Of Leyte Gulf
- C.
  
  The Battle Of Midway
- D.
  
  The Marianas Turkey Shoot
Correct Answer
A. The Battle Of Coral Sea

Explanation
The Battle of Coral Sea is considered the first victory in battle for the U.S. Navy in WWII. This battle took place in May 1942 and was a significant turning point in the war. It was the first time that aircraft carriers engaged in combat, and although both sides suffered heavy losses, the U.S. was able to halt the Japanese advance towards Australia. The battle demonstrated the importance of naval air power and set the stage for future victories in the Pacific theater.

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4.

Which U.S. President was married to Thelma Ryan?
- A.
  
  Richard M. Nixon
- B.
  
  William McKinley
- C.
  
  Herbert Hoover
- D.
  
  Andrew Johnson
Correct Answer
A. Richard M. Nixon

Explanation
Richard M. Nixon was the U.S. President who was married to Thelma Ryan.

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5.

Which was the birthplace of Malcolm X?
- A.
  
  Jackson, Mississippi
- B.
  
  Omaha, Nebraska
- C.
  
  Harlem, New York
- D.
  
  Tulsa, Oklahoma
Correct Answer
B. Omaha, Nebraska

Explanation
Malcolm X was born in Omaha, Nebraska. This is his actual birthplace, where he was born on May 19, 1925. Malcolm X is a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and is known for his advocacy for black empowerment and his leadership in the Nation of Islam. Although he later moved to different cities and played significant roles in Harlem, New York, and other places, his birthplace remains Omaha, Nebraska.

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6.

"Dynamo" was the Secret Service's code name for what daughter of a President?
- A.
  
  Jenna Bush
- B.
  
  Amy Carter
- C.
  
  Chelsea Clinton
- D.
  
  Caroline Kennedy
Correct Answer
B. Amy Carter

Explanation
The Secret Service's code name for Amy Carter, daughter of President Jimmy Carter, was "Dynamo".

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7.

Which U.S. President is buried in Indiana?
- A.
  
  Benjamin Harrison
- B.
  
  William Henry Harrison
- C.
  
  William Howard Taft
- D.
  
  Abraham Lincoln
Correct Answer
A. Benjamin Harrison

Explanation
Benjamin Harrison is the correct answer because he is the only U.S. President who is buried in Indiana. Benjamin Harrison served as the 23rd President of the United States from 1889 to 1893. He was born in Ohio but later moved to Indiana, where he practiced law and began his political career. After his presidency, Harrison returned to Indiana and was buried in Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis.

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8.

Where was First Lady Laura Bush when the terrorist attacks of 9/11/02 occurred?
- A.
  
  Crawford, Texas
- B.
  
  The White House
- C.
  
  A High School In Florida
- D.
  
  U.S. Capitol Building
Correct Answer
D. U.S. Capitol Building

Explanation
The correct answer is U.S. Capitol Building. The question is asking about the location of First Lady Laura Bush during the terrorist attacks of 9/11/02. The U.S. Capitol Building is the correct answer because on that day, Laura Bush was in Washington D.C., specifically at the U.S. Capitol Building.

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9.

What were the Electoral College results in 1992?
- A.
  
  Clinton 470, Bush 68
- B.
  
  Clinton 300, Bush 258
- C.
  
  Clinton 270, Bush 268
- D.
  
  Clinton 370, Bush 168
Correct Answer
D. Clinton 370, Bush 168

Explanation
In the Electoral College results of 1992, Clinton won by a significant margin with 370 electoral votes, while Bush received only 168 electoral votes. This indicates that Clinton had a clear victory in the election, securing more than the required 270 electoral votes to become the President. Bush's lower number of electoral votes suggests that he had a weaker performance in the election compared to Clinton.

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10.

What corporation did Ralph Nader sue for invasion of privacy?
- A.
  
  Ford
- B.
  
  Standard Oil
- C.
  
  General Motors
- D.
  
  Enron
Correct Answer
C. General Motors

Explanation
Ralph Nader sued General Motors for invasion of privacy. This corporation was involved in a lawsuit with Nader due to his book "Unsafe at Any Speed," which criticized the safety standards of the Chevrolet Corvair, a car produced by General Motors. Nader's lawsuit against General Motors brought attention to the issue of automotive safety and led to the establishment of safety regulations and consumer protection laws in the United States.

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11.

Who was the first U.S. President to negotiate the end of a labor strike?
- A.
  
  Woodrow Wilson
- B.
  
  Grover Cleveland
- C.
  
  Franklin Roosevelt
- D.
  
  Theodore Roosevelt
Correct Answer
D. Theodore Roosevelt

Explanation
Theodore Roosevelt was the first U.S. President to negotiate the end of a labor strike. During his presidency, he intervened in the 1902 coal strike, which threatened the nation's energy supply during the winter. Roosevelt invited both the labor union representatives and mine owners to the White House and mediated negotiations to reach a settlement. This event marked a significant turning point in labor relations, as it demonstrated that the federal government could play a role in resolving labor disputes and protecting the rights of workers.

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12.

What year did the historical event, "Walt Disney is born in Chicago", occur?
- A.
  
  1901
- B.
  
  1889
- C.
  
  1910
- D.
  
  1920
Correct Answer
A. 1901

Explanation
Walt Disney was born in Chicago in 1901. This historical event occurred in that year.

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13.

What year was field hockey introduced in U.S.?
- A.
  
  1962
- B.
  
  1851
- C.
  
  1977
- D.
  
  1901
Correct Answer
D. 1901

Explanation
Field hockey was introduced in the U.S. in the year 1901.

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14.

When did the courts break up Standard Oil?
- A.
  
  1964
- B.
  
  1911
- C.
  
  1968
- D.
  
  1980
Correct Answer
B. 1911

Explanation
In 1911, the courts broke up Standard Oil. This decision was made as a result of the antitrust lawsuit filed against the company by the United States government. The court ruled that Standard Oil was in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act, which aimed to prevent monopolies and promote fair competition. As a result, the company was ordered to be divided into 34 separate entities, marking a significant milestone in the regulation of monopolistic practices in the United States.

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15.

What year was the first New York Daily News published?
- A.
  
  1979
- B.
  
  1970
- C.
  
  1919
- D.
  
  1853
Correct Answer
C. 1919

Explanation
The correct answer is 1919. This is the year when the first New York Daily News was published.

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Matching Word On US History Trivia - 2

The Liberty Bell cracked in 1835, as it was tolling for the death of what person?

What was the name of the first U.S. aircraft carrier?

What was considered the first victory in battle for the U.S. Navy in WWII?

Which U.S. President was married to Thelma Ryan?

Which was the birthplace of Malcolm X?

"Dynamo" was the Secret Service's code name for what daughter of a President?

Which U.S. President is buried in Indiana?

Where was First Lady Laura Bush when the terrorist attacks of 9/11/02 occurred?

What were the Electoral College results in 1992?

What corporation did Ralph Nader sue for invasion of privacy?

Who was the first U.S. President to negotiate the end of a labor strike?

What year did the historical event, "Walt Disney is born in Chicago", occur?

What year was field hockey introduced in U.S.?

When did the courts break up Standard Oil?

What year was the first New York Daily News published?