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Which of these leaders famously delivered the 'I Have a Dream' speech at the 1963 March on Washington?

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What was the main goal of the Age of Exploration?

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Which country did Christopher Columbus sail for during his voyages in 1492?

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What was the name of the ship that carried Christopher Columbus on his first voyage?

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What continent was primarily explored for its spices during the Age of Exploration?

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What year did the 18th Amendment, which initiated Prohibition in the United States, take effect?

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What was the term used for secret bars that operated illegally during Prohibition?

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What popular non-alcoholic beverage became a cultural staple during the Prohibition Era?

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What did the term 'dry' refer to during the Prohibition Era?

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Which popular type of music was heavily associated with speakeasies and the Prohibition Era?

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What landmark legislation was passed in 1964 aimed at ending discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?

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Which influential civil rights activist refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott?

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Who founded the Mongol Empire in the early 13th century?

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Which of these cities served as the capital of the Mongol Empire during Kublai Khan's reign?

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Which famous explorer traveled through the Mongol Empire in the 13th century and documented his experiences?

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Which event marked the beginning of World War II in Europe?

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Which symbol was associated with the Nazi Party?

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Which empire did Hernán Cortés conquer in the 16th century?

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What was the primary motivation for European exploration during the Age of Exploration?

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Who sponsored Christopher Columbus's voyages in 1492?

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