NewsQuiz 1/25/19
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- Q1What is the name of the U.S. federal holiday that was first observed in 1986 in honor of its namesake's accomplishments in civil rights?Martin Luther King Jr. DayVeterans Memorial Day30s
- Q2The "super blood wolf moon" that was observed earlier this week occurred as a result of what kind of total eclipse?lunarsolar30s
- Q3What kind of mollusks, which were once plentiful around New York City, are now being utilized to "shore up" parts of the city?OystersClams30s
- Q4What Asian country, where the U.S. fought in a conflict decades ago, is reportedly the most likely location for a second summit between the leaders of the U.S. and North Korea?ChinaVietnam30s
- Q5What is the name of the American entertainment ceremony that was first held on May 16, 1929, meaning that this year's event is the 91st in its history?Academy AwardsEntertainment Awards30s
- Q6Ice recently coated parts of what famous natural landmark, which sits on the border between Ontario, Canada and New York state?Niagra FallsWashington Monument30s
- Q7In what South American nation did a leader of the National Assembly declare himself president, following a disputed election?CubaVenezuela30s
- Q8Name the ancient king who reigned in the 14th Century and whose sarcophagus and artifacts will be prominently displayed in his nation's Grand Museum.King TutJesus30s
- Q9Name the annual speech that also completes this phrase from the U.S. Constitution: "He shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the..."State of the CountryState of the Union30s
- Q10In what country, whose calendar is about to turn to the year 4717, does the "largest annual human migration" take place?JapanChina30s
