1/8/25 The World from A to Z (Monday 1/7/25)

What might be the warmest thing at the event?

• The ice sculptures

• The super ice slide

• The fireworks

• The visitors

Since when has the festival been attracting millions?

• 1980

• 1983

• 1990

• 2000

Who has led the North American nation of Canada since 2015?

• Justin Trudeau

• Joe Biden

• Barack Obama

• Angela Merkel

What was Trudeau under pressure from his party about?

• Not being the best option in Canada's upcoming election

• Raising taxes

• Cutting healthcare funding

• Increasing military presence

How many people died in the attack on New Years Eve in New Orleans Louisana?

• At least 14

• At least 5

• At least 20

• At least 30

What did authorities say about the attacker?

• The attacker was a US citizen and army veteran

• The attacker was a foreign spy

• The attacker was a local politician

• The attacker was a famous celebrity

Which states were directly hit by the Great Blizzard of 1888?

• Minnesota, Illinois, Michigan

• New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut

• California, Texas, Florida

• Washington, Oregon, Nevada

What was the main challenge for road crews and residents during the storm?

• Clearing fallen trees

• Shoveling away the snow

• Repairing power lines

• Rescuing stranded animals

What was moving on runways in several cities during the storm?

• Airplanes

• Snow plows

• Emergency vehicles

• Helicopters

What significant event involving AT&T occurred on January 7th, 1927?

• Launch of the first satellite

• First transatlantic telephone call

• Introduction of the rotary phone

• Invention of the telegraph

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