Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Clause

What was the title of Francis P. Church's famous editorial?

• "Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus"

• "The Truth About Santa"

• "Santa Claus: Myth or Reality"

• "A Christmas Miracle"

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In what year did the editorial "Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus" first appear?

• 1897

• 1900

• 1885

• 1910

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Which newspaper published the editorial "Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus"?

• The New York Sun

• The New York Times

• The Washington Post

• The Boston Globe

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How many years after Virginia O'Hanlon's letter was printed did she recall the events?

• 36 years

• 20 years

• 50 years

• 10 years

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What did Virginia O'Hanlon's father suggest she do to find out the truth about Santa Claus?

• Write to The Sun

• Ask her teacher

• Visit the library

• Ask her friends

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What was Francis P. Church's personal motto?

• "Endeavour to clear your mind of cant."

• "Seek the truth always."

• "Honesty is the best policy."

• "Knowledge is power."

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What was the profession of Francis P. Church's father?

• Baptist minister

• School teacher

• Lawyer

• Doctor

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How long did Francis P. Church work for the New York Sun?

• 20 years

• 10 years

• 5 years

• 30 years

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What was the main question in Virginia O'Hanlon's letter?

• "Is there a Santa Claus?"

• "Where does Santa live?"

• "How does Santa deliver gifts?"

• "Why is Christmas celebrated?"

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What degree did Virginia O'Hanlon earn from Hunter College?

• Bachelor of Arts

• Bachelor of Science

• Bachelor of Education

• Bachelor of Fine Arts

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