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1 In which 18th century war was the “Battle of Bunker Hill”?
A American Revolutionary War. It took place on June 17, 1775, during the initial stage of the conflict, known as the Siege of Boston, and was a significant, though costly, British victory that served to boost the confidence of the burgeoning American independence movement.
2 Which country first introduced driving tests and issued driving licences?
A France, on August 14, 1893. This landmark ordinance required drivers to possess a certificate of competence for driving a motor vehicle and also introduced vehicle registration plates and initial speed limits.
3 In which year was the Battle of Hastings?
A 14 October 1066, fought between the armies of Harold Godwinson and William, Duke of Normandy.
4 In which century did The Black Death sweep across Europe?
A 14th century, with its most devastating period in Europe from 1347 to 1353, resulting in millions of deaths.
5 Who did Time magazine name as “Man of the Year” in 1952?
A Queen Elizabeth II. The magazine has since updated the title to “Person of the Year” and also chooses groups, objects, and other non-human entities for the honour.
6 In which European city was the first published book printed in English?
A Bruges, Belgium. “The Recuyell of the Historyes of Troye”, published around 1473-1474, by William Caxton.
7 How many colonies signed The American Declaration of Independence, severing their political ties to Great Britain?
A Thirteen colonies, on July 4, 1776, so forming the United States.
8 Where did the Mayflower set sail from in 1620?
A Southampton on August 15, 1620, with the Speedwell, but they had to return due to the Speedwell’s leaks. After repairs and another failed attempt to set sail from Dartmouth, both ships returned to Plymouth, where the Mayflower finally departed alone for the New World on September 16, 1620.
9 On the 1st of July 1997, which British colony was returned to China?
A Hong Kong, after more than 150 years of British rule.
10 Who was the third wife of Henry VIII?
A Jane Seymour. She married the king in May 1536, shortly after his second wife, Anne Boleyn, was executed.