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Which civil rights activist famously delivered the 'I Have a Dream' speech?

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Who was the first African American woman to refuse to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama?

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Which famous civil rights leader was assassinated in 1968 while advocating for economic equality?

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What was the primary agricultural product that supported the economy of feudal Japan?

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What was the primary religion practiced by samurai in feudal Japan?

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What role did the daimyo play in feudal Japan?

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What was the primary purpose of the ancient Olympic Games in Greece?

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Which structure is known as a symbol of ancient Athens?

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What was the primary gathering place for political and social life in ancient Athens?

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What was the main purpose of the Parthenon when it was built?

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Which of the following was a form of government developed in ancient Athens?

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What is the name of the ancient Greek festival held every four years to honor Zeus?

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What was the main purpose of the Berlin Wall when it was built in 1961?

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Which city was directly divided by the Berlin Wall?

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What was one significant consequence of the Berlin Wall's fall?

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What was the primary goal of the Indian National Congress during the early 20th century?

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Which prominent leader is associated with the philosophy of nonviolent resistance in the Indian independence movement?

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Which Asian country was known as 'the jewel in the crown' of the British Empire?

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Which international body was formed in 1945 and aimed to promote peace and cooperation to prevent future conflicts, particularly post-decolonization?

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What was the name of the period during Queen Victoria's reign, which lasted from 1837 to 1901?

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