1/16/24 The World from A to Z

What is the date of Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2024?

• January 15th

• April 20th

• February 14th

• March 17th

What is the purpose of Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

• To commemorate the end of segregation

• To promote volunteerism in communities

• To honor all civil rights leaders

• To celebrate the birthday of Dr. King

Which state holds the first contest of the US primary and caucus season?

• Iowa

• California

• New York

• Texas

Who is widely expected to be the Democratic nominee for the upcoming presidential election?

• Donald Trump

• Joe Biden

• Hillary Clinton

• Barack Obama

How many candidates can appear on the November ballot for each major party?

• 12 candidates of our peers

• One Democratic and Republican candidate

• none

• as many as want to run

Which country borders the Red Sea and has been involved in recent conflicts?

• Yemen

• Somalia

• Oman

• United Arab Emirates

What is the main reason for the US and its allies striking houthi targets in Yemen?

• To gain control of the Red Sea

• To protect commercial shipping vessels

• To establish a military base in Yemen

• To support the houthi rebels

What is bioluminescence?

• A type of camouflage used by animals

• Light created by heat

• A type of chemical reaction

• Light created without heat

What state is Mrs. Bainter's class in?

• Wyoming

• Washington

• Confusion

• Florida

What city did a homeowner in California encounter a bear squatting under her home?

• Monrovia

• Los Angeles

• San Francisco

• San Diego