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Strange laws around the world

Authored by Katlein Spildooren

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Strange laws around the world
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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UK: It is illegal to operate a cow while intoxicated.

True

False

Answer explanation

Section 12 of the Licensing Act 1872, which is still in effect, makes it an offence to be ‘in charge of’ cattle while intoxicated.

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

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Japan: It is illegal to be clinically obese.

True

False

Answer explanation

In 2009, Japanese lawmakers set a maximum waistline limit of 85 cm (33.5 in) for men and 90 cm (35 in) for women.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

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France: It is illegal to name a pig Napoleon

True

False

Answer explanation

This myth follows from the French law which states that it is illegal to disrespect the head of state. However, there is no specific provision in the modern law which explicitly prohibits naming pigs Napoleon.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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California, USA: It is illegal to wear cowboy boots if you don't have at least two cows

True

False

Answer explanation

This law exists in Blythe, California.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Georgia, USA: It is illegal for a chicken to cross the road

True

False

Answer explanation

In Quitman, Georgia, chicken-owners must have control of their chicken at all times. This means it is illegal for the chickens to cross the road themselves.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Arizona, USA: There is a possible 25 years in prison for cutting down a cactus.

True

False

Answer explanation

This law stands because the saguaro cactus, prevalent in Arizona, takes an incredibly long time to grow and have lifespans estimated to be 150-200 years.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Malaysia: Chewing gum is banned

True

False

Answer explanation

Chewing gum is banned in Singapore, not Malaysia. It was made a law in 1992 because officials were concerned that it would make the city look dirty with gum marks on the street etc.

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