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Which famous structure was the imperial palace during the Ming Dynasty?

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Which of these Scandinavian countries was notably a stronghold of Viking activity?

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What was a common weapon used by Viking warriors during raids?

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Which of these was a significant aspect of Viking society?

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In which year is the start of the Viking Age generally marked?

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What was the primary motivation for many explorers during the Age of Exploration?

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Who sponsored Christopher Columbus's 1492 voyage across the Atlantic?

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What significant event took place in 1498 during Vasco da Gama's voyage to India?

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What spice was the main driving force behind many of the expeditions to the East during the Age of Exploration?

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What type of structure is a megalith?

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Which prehistoric civilization is credited with the development of agriculture around 10,000 BC?

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What is the primary diet of the people during the Paleolithic era?

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During what age did humans first start to create pottery?

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Which event is often regarded as the start of the organized women's suffrage movement in the U.S.?

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Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits the denial of the right to vote on the basis of sex?

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In which year did the Declaration of Independence get adopted?

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Which event is commonly considered the starting point of World War II?

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Who was the leader of Nazi Germany from 1934 to 1945?

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What was the name of the secret police force of Nazi Germany?

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Which significant event occurred on December 7, 1941, that shifted American public opinion regarding World War II?

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