Current Events/Pop Culture Flashcard - 1

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This former vice president is currently one of the top contenders in the Democratic primaries. Options: Elizabeth Warren, Joe Biden, Cory Booker, Barack Obama, Mike Pence

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Joe Biden

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This Supreme Court justice's nomination was mired in controversy after accusations of improper conduct. He is the most recent justice to join the court.

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Brett Kavanaugh

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Despite two prime ministers attempting to work out a deal in preparation of this event, there is currently no plan in place. Following a close referendum in June 2016, Britain scheduled this withdrawal from the European Union. What is the name of this political event?

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Brexit

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President Trump announced the withdrawal of troops from Syria's borders due to the danger posed to which people group? Options: the Kurds, ISIS, the Turkish, the Iraqis, the Syrians.

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the Kurds

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What makes the 116th American Congress unique?

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It has the highest number of women representatives of any Congress.

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Who is the founder of Facebook who announced they would not be cracking down on "fake news" after the 2016 election accusations?

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Mark Zuckerberg

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Following the resignation of Robert Bentley, this woman became Alabama's second female governor, and first Republican one. Who is she?

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Kay Ivey

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Following a recent election, Benjamin Netanyahu, the longstanding prime minister of this country, has struggled to create a majority he can lead in the Knesset. What is this country? Options: Israel, Pakistan, Syria, Afghanistan, Turkey

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Israel

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Prince Harry married this American actress in 2018. She recently gave birth to their first son, Prince Archie. Who is she?

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Meghan Markle

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President Trump has made news over the past couple of years by opening the lines of communication with this leader of North Korea. Who is he?

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Kim Jong-un