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What was the name of the U.S. military alliance formed in 1949?

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What triggered the start of the Great Depression in 1929?

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Which of the following was a major consequence of the Great Depression?

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Which of the following nations was NOT part of the Central Powers?

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What year did the United States enter World War I?

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What was the primary reason for the use of propaganda during World War I?

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What event is commonly considered the immediate trigger for the outbreak of World War I?

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What was the official ideology that guided governance and social order during the Ming Dynasty?

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Which Renaissance artist is known for the painting 'The Last Supper'?

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Which Renaissance sculptor created the iconic statue of David, showcasing the beauty of human form?

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Which of these techniques was NOT commonly used during the Renaissance?

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Which Italian city is often considered the birthplace of the Renaissance?

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

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Who was the Portuguese prince known for his role in the early days of the Age of Exploration?

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Which indigenous civilization met with Hernán Cortés in Mexico?

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Which European power was primarily responsible for the colonization of Brazil?

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What was the primary material sought after by the Spanish during their conquests in the Americas?

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Which country sponsored Christopher Columbus's voyage in 1492?

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What was the main reason behind the Age of Exploration?

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Which colony was founded by William Penn as a haven for Quakers?

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