U.S. Politics 80s & 90s
What was the full name of the independent counsel who investigated the Iran Contra affair and issued a final report in 1993?
Lawrence E Walsh
What vitamin is primarily responsible for helping the body absorb calcium?
Vitamin D
Which rock band released the album Hotel California in 1976?
The Eagles
What is the longest river in Europe?
The Volga River
Which treaty, signed in 1648, ended the Thirty Years' War in the Holy Roman Empire and the Eighty Years' War between Spain and the Dutch Republic, fundamentally reshaping European politics?
The Peace of Westphalia
In the 1984 presidential election, Walter Mondale selected the first woman ever to run on a major party's ticket. Who was she and which state did she represent in Congress?
Geraldine Ferraro, New York.
Which macronutrient provides the most calories per gram?
Fat 9 calories per gram
What was the name of the first-ever Star Wars movie released in 1977?
Star Wars: A New Hope
Which country has the most natural lakes in the world?
Canada
What was the code name for the Allied invasion of North Africa in November 1942, marking the first major joint operation between British and American forces?
Operation Torch
The Americans with Disabilities Act ADA was signed into law in 1990. Which US senator, a Vietnam War veteran and double amputee, played a key role in its passage?
Senator Bob Kerrey of Nebraska.
What is the main function of dietary fiber in the body?
Aids digestion and promotes gut health.
Which TV sitcom, set in the 1950s, debuted in 1974 and featured the Fonz as a breakout character?
Happy Days
Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, is located in which country?
Tanzania
Which Chinese admiral led seven massive naval expeditions during the early 15th century, showcasing Ming China's maritime dominance?
Zheng He
Which controversial nominee for Attorney General under President Bill Clinton withdrew his nomination in 1993 due to issues related to hiring undocumented domestic workers?
Zoe Baird
Which mineral is essential for oxygen transportation in the blood?
Iron
Which American boxer became the heavyweight champion of the world in 1974 after defeating George Foreman in the "Rumble in the Jungle"?
Muhammad Ali
The island of Borneo is shared by three countries. Can you name them?
Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei
What year did the Berlin Conference take place, which formalized European powers’ partitioning of Africa, leading to the "Scramble for Africa"?
1884–1885
The 1994 Crime Bill, which included the Federal Assault Weapons Ban, was signed into law by President Bill Clinton. Who was the principal author of this legislation in the Senate?
Senator Joe Biden
What is the only essential fatty acid exclusively found in animal products and nearly absent in plant-based diets?
Docosahexaenoic acid DHA
In 1971, which theme park opened in Florida and became one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world?
Walt Disney World
Which South American country has both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea as coastlines?
Colombia
Which U.S. President delivered the longest inaugural address in history, lasting nearly two hours, and died just 32 days later due to pneumonia?
William Henry Harrison
The Supreme Court case Clinton vs Jones, 1997, ruled that a sitting President is not immune from civil litigation for actions taken before assuming office. Who was the plaintiff in this case?
Paula Jones
Which amino acid is considered conditionally essential because the body may not produce enough of it during times of stress, illness, or rapid growth?
Glutamine.
Which Saturday morning cartoon introduced the world to a talking Great Dane who solved mysteries with a group of teenagers?
Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!
What is the only country in the world with land in all four hemispheres?
Kiribati
The fall of which city in 1453 marked the end of the Byzantine Empire and is often considered the event that ushered in the early modern period?
Constantinople
Who was the longest serving White House Chief of Staff during Ronald Reagan's presidency, serving from 1981 to 1985?
James Baker
Which primary ingredient in traditional Japanese miso soup that gives its umami flavour?
Fermented soybean paste miso
In 1979, Alien was released and became a sci-fi horror classic. Who played the lead role of Ellen Ripley?
Sigourney Weaver
The Great Victoria Desert is located in which country?
Australia
Which battle in 216 BCE saw Hannibal of Carthage encircle and annihilate a vastly superior Roman army, a tactical masterpiece still studied in military strategy today?
The Battle of Cannae
Which independent candidate for president in 1992 received nearly 19% of the popular vote, making it one of the strongest third-party performances in US history?
Ross Perot
Which fruit contains the enzyme bromelain, which breaks down proteins and prevents gelatin from setting?
Pineapple
What was the name of the disco club in New York City that became famous in the late 1970s for its celebrity guests and wild parties?
Studio 54
What is the smallest independent country in the world by land area?
Vatican City
Which medieval English document, signed in 1215, was meant to limit the power of the monarchy and is considered a foundational text of constitutional governance?
Magna Carta
Which Speaker of the House led the Republican Party's "Contract with America" campaign in the 1994 midterm elections?
Newt Gingrich
What type of pasta, named after the Italian word for little worms, is long and thin but thicker than spaghetti?
Vermicelli
Which famous musician shocked the world by announcing his retirement in 1973, only to return to performing later?
David Bowie
Which African country completely surrounds Lesotho?
South Africa
The Treaty of Tordesillas, signed in 1494, divided newly discovered lands outside Europe between which two countries?
Spain and Portugal
Who was the first woman to serve as US Attorney General, appointed by Bill Clinton in 1993?
Janet Reno
Which country is credited with inventing the first modern hot chocolate drink, made from ground cocoa beans, water, and spices?
Mexico
The 1970s saw the rise of a dance craze known as "The Hustle." Which artist recorded the 1975 hit song Do The Hustle?
Van McCoy
What is the capital city of Kazakhstan?
Astana (formerly known as Nur-Sultan)
The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was a failed attempt to assassinate which English monarch and overthrow Protestant rule?
King James I