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100

Who is the legendary hero who pulled a sword from a stone and became king of England?

King Arthur

100

In what year did the Republic of Turkey officially begin under Atatürk's leadership?

1923

100

Where is the Topkapi Palace located, which was once the residence of Ottoman sultans? 

Istanbul

200

Who is the legendary Turkish hero who led the Ottoman Empire to victory during the Siege of Istanbul (1453)?

Sultan Mehmed II (The Conqueror)

200

When did Sultan Mehmed II conquer Constantinople, changing its name to Istanbul?

1453

200

Where did Mustafa Kemal Atatürk officially declare the Republic of Turkey in 1923?

Ankara

300

Who is the founder of the Republic of Turkey?

Mustafa Kemal Atatürk

300

When was the famous Battle of Manzikert, a key event in Turkish history?

1071

300

Robin Hood, the outlaw who stole from the rich to give to the poor, is a legendary figure from which country?

England

400

Who was the Greek hero who completed the Twelve Labors? 

Hercules

400

Which year is celebrated as the beginning of the Ottoman Empire? 

1299

400

Where was Cleopatra, the famous queen, born?

Egypt

500

Which legendary figure's home is located in Olympus?

Zeus

500

What year did the Ottoman Empire officially end with the signing of the Treaty of Sèvres?

1920

500

Julius Caesar, the Roman leader, was famously assassinated in which city?

Rome, Italy

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