Lord Gordon Gordon - History's Biggest Scammer

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11th Grade - University
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary tactic used by Lord Gordon Gordon to deceive people in Europe?
Impersonating government officials
Using a false noble identity and charm
Offering fake investment opportunities
Selling counterfeit goods
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Lord Gordon Gordon initially gain the trust of the elite in Minneapolis?
By investing in local businesses
By donating to local charities
By hosting extravagant parties
By making a large bank deposit
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the outcome of Lord Gordon Gordon's interaction with Colonel John S. Loomis?
He was arrested for fraud
He bought land and settled in Minnesota
He tricked Loomis and fled Minnesota
He became a partner in the railroad venture
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What did Jay Gould offer Lord Gordon Gordon in exchange for control over the Erie Railroad?
A position in the company
A large sum of cash
A million dollars in stocks
A luxurious estate
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What mistake did Lord Gordon Gordon make after his biggest swindle in New York?
He invested the money in real estate
He confessed to his crimes
He stayed in New York
He returned to Europe
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What led to the international incident involving Lord Gordon Gordon?
His public confession
His arrest by Canadian police
His kidnapping by American agents
His escape to Europe
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What remains a mystery about Lord Gordon Gordon?
The identity of his accomplices
His final resting place
The total amount of money he stole
His true identity and background
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