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History Quiz # 209/2024
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1
In 1794 in Pennsylvania, USA, more than 500 armed men attacked the fortified home of tax inspector General John Neville because of an excise tax on what product?
Hair curlers
Whiskey
Tacks
Biros
2
What London establishment was created in 1753 by Sir Harris Sloane?
London Zoo, Regents Park
The British Museum
The National Potrait Gallery
The Royal Society
3
Which cable suspension road bridge, known as "Galloping Gertie", was completely destroyed due to "aeroelastic flutter" on 7 November 1940?
Tacoma Narrows Bridge
Tay Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge
4
When were 18 year olds allowed to vote in a General Election in the United Kingdom?
1970
1960
1965
1975
5
Upon whom did Pope Leo X confer the title "Defender of the Faith" in 1521?
King Philippe II of Spain
King Henry VIII of England
William of Orange
Emperor Franz Joseph
