10/29/24 The World from A to Z

What unusual event occurred in the Sahara Desert, particularly in southeastern Morocco?

• A sandstorm

  
  

• Flooding

  
  

• A snowstorm

  
  

• A heatwave

  
  

What was a significant result of the Biden administration's executive order on immigration?

• Increased illegal crossings

  
  

• More asylum applications

  
  

• Reduced illegal crossings

  
  

• Fewer border agents

  
  

Which international organization was founded in 1863?

• Red Cross

• International Kangaroo Court

  
  

• Intrepid

  
  

• Internal

What was the main goal of the International Committee of the Red Cross when it was founded?

• To organize better care for wounded troops

  
  

• To establish international law

  
  

• To promote global trade

  
  

• To support economic development

  
  

What historical event is known as Black Tuesday?

• The start of World War I

  
  

• The U.S. stock market crash of 1929

  
  

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

  
  

• The end of the Cold War

  
  

What does the 26th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution address?

• Salary changes for lawmakers

• Freedom of speech

  
  

• Voting rights

  
  

• Presidential term limits

  
  

Which Asian country achieved independence from France about eight years after Vietnam?

• Thailand

• Myanmar

  
  

• Cambodia

• Laos

What is the capital of Cambodia?

• Bangkok

  
  

• Phnom Penh

  
  

• Hanoi

  
  

• Vientiane

What is a notable feature of the 'mini Paris' development in Cambodia?

• A famous museum

  
  

• Champs-Elysees

• A replica of the Eiffel Tower

  
  

• A large Ferris wheel

  
  

What humorous event was reported at a British zoo?

• A lion escaping

  
  

• A mysterious animal sighting

  
  

• A bird learning to talk

  
  

• A monkey playing tricks