Current events Trivia

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In 1847, Michigan became the first state to abolish this, and since that time, less than half the states have followed. What is it?

13

Because of the population problem, in China, married couples lose various governmental benefits after the birth of which child?

16

What happened in London in 1908 and 1948, Paris in 1900 and 1924, and Los Angeles in 1932 and 1984? Give a two-word answer.

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What happened in London in 1908 and 1948, Paris in 1900 and 1924, and Los Angeles in 1932 and 1984? Give a two-word answer.

14

The first radio broadcasts, consisting of music and Bible readings, were transmitted in what year? 1906, 1912, or 1916?

3

One day every year, the San Francisco Zoo receives hundreds of prankster phone calls asking for people named Ted E. Bear, Ellie Fant, or Don Key, among others. On which day each year does this occur?

3

The O.J. Simpson trial lasted for a few decades. On which date was O.J. Simpson acquitted? ... within one week...

2

After her royal marriage on April 19, 1956, she became the first movie actress depicted on a postage stamp, in her husband's country. Name her, her husband, and the country.

1

When in December, 1996, his daughter asked him what he wanted for Christmas, he replied, "another Christmas." Who were they - father and daughter?

10

It is said that when he returned home after serving as Ambassador to France in 1789, he brought the first pasta-making machine to America. Who was he?

4

Which U.S. President negotiated the Camp David accords that lead to a signed peace treaty between Egypt and Israel?

5

In 1900, which German inventor designed and manufactured the first motorized, dirigible balloon?

12

What prison in France was stormed by the common people on July 14, 1789?

4

In 1582 Pope Gregory XIII sponsored a new solar calendar to replace an older calendar in effect since 46 BC, that had been introduced by what person?

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Her name is Vigdis Finnbogadottir, and in 1980, she became the world's first democratically elected female head of state. Which isolated country did she represent?