2/27/24 The World from A to Z

What animals are scientists in Hong Kong tagging?

• Sharks

• Dolphins

• Spiders

• Horseshoe crabs

Why are some residents in Mexico City breaking the law?

• To attend protests

• To scoop water out of an underground reservoir

• To avoid paying taxes

• To sell illegal goods

What is the main reason for water shortages in Mexico City?

• Lack of rainfall

• Leaks in the water system

• Pollution

• Overpopulation

What significant event happened on this date in 1951?

• The first Marty Gras celebration

• Chile's worst earthquake

• US presidential term limits were made official

• A total solar eclipse

Which US cities expect a boost from a total solar eclipse?

• New York, Los Angeles, and Miami

• Dallas, Indianapolis, and Cleveland

• San Francisco, Seattle, and Denver

• Chicago, Boston, and Houston

What product is grown commercially in these U.S. regions: California, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii?

• Cobbler

• Cream

• Carmel

• Coffee

What is the proposed tourist tax in Hawaii called?

• Aloha tax

• Visitor impact fee

• Tourism ending fee

• Island conservation charge

What is the main purpose of the visitor impact fee in Hawaii?

• To improve public transportation

• To fund the government

• To help the environment

• To build more hotels

What is the prize for winning the Manu World Championships?

• $10,000

• $25,000

• $5,000

• $18,000

What happened in Chile on February 27, 2010?

• Earthday

• Chili

• Earthquake

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