Social Studies
Republicans cemented their control of the House of Representatives on Nov. 13, handing them a “governing trifecta” in Washington to enact President-elect Donald J. Trump’s agenda. What does a governing trifecta mean?
they hold majority in all 3 branches of government
Which social media influencer defeated the former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a boxing match viewed live by a reported 60 million households on Netflix on Nov. 15?
Jake Paul
A painting of Alan Turing (a famous scientist) was sold at auction for 1.1 million dollars. The painting was unique because it wasn't painted by a human. It was painted by a _________.
robot powered by artificial intelligence
Forty-three Rhesus monkeys made the news this month after they escaped their enclosure in this US state.
South Carolina
According to a sweeping new study published on November 14th, what percentage of U.S. adults are overweight or obese?
A) 25%
B) 33%
C) 48%
D) 75%
D) 75%
Which team defeated the New York Yankees to win the 2024 World Series in five games?
The LA Dodgers
One of the smallest known vertebrates on earth, Brachycephalus dacnis, which is a form of toad, was recently discovered in this country, which is famous for its rainforests.
Brazil
This past Sunday, clocks in the United States fell back one hour, marking the end to Daylight Time. In what year did the country lose its first hour of sleep?
A) 1899
B) 1918
C) 1956
D) 2001
B) 1918
Antisemestic attacks on Israeli soccer fans took place in what city in Netherlands this month, leading to dozens of arrests?
Amsterdam
Two competitors from Kenya won this yearly event, which begins in Staten Island and finishes in Central Park.
New York Marathon
On Nov. 11, the United States celebrated Veterans Day, a day to recognize veterans from all American wars and conflicts. The holiday, originally called “Armistice Day,” was created to commemorate the end of which war?
World War I (The Great War)
What caused authorities in New Delhi, the capital of India, and Punjab, Pakistan’s largest province, to close schools recently? (hint: the air outside was dangerous)
severe pollution