Quiz on the Spire of Notre Dame and Other News

What caused the fire that destroyed much of the roof of Notre Dame Cathedral?

• The cause is unknown

• A criminal act

• A natural disaster

• A construction accident

Which country did New Zealand gain its independence from in 1907?

• United Kingdom

• Australia

• Canada

• Indonesia

Should mobile phones be banned in schools according to New Zealand's new prime minister?

• Yes, for safety reasons

• No, students should have unlimited rights to them

• Yes, to encourage focus on academics

• No, they are useful educational tools

What is the purpose of the hour of teaching Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic daily in New Zealand schools?

• To improve students' academic performance

• To prepare students for standardized tests

• To reduce the use of cell phones

• To promote well-rounded education

What is the main concern of critics regarding cell phone use in schools?

• They are a safety hazard

• They are expensive for students

• They are a distraction to students

• They are not allowed in other countries

Which state in the US experienced a serious snowstorm recently?

• Texas

• Florida

• California

• New York

What causes lake effect snow in states around the Great Lakes?

• Melting ice from the lakes

• Rainfall from nearby cities

• Warm air passing over cold water

• Cold air passing over warm water

Which country is suspected to be behind the cyber attack on the Municipal Water Authority of Alaqua?

• Russia

• Iran

• North Korea

• China

What is the purpose of the talking Circle in promoting civil dialogue?

• To promote heated debates

• To limit the expression of opinions

• To force agreement among participants

• To encourage respectful listening

What was the result of the first official international soccer game played in 1872?

• The game was cancelled

• It was a tie

• Scotland won

• England won