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Which founding father is known for his large signature on the United States Declaration of Independence?

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Answer: John Hancock
He became very popular in Massachusetts when British officials seized his sloop (sail boat) Liberty in 1768 and charged him with smuggling (although the charges were eventually dropped).

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In which ancient South Asian language is the text of The Vedas written?

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Answer: Sanskrit - The religious poems originated in northwestern India in 1500-1000 BCE.

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Who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln?

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Answer: John Wilkes Booth
John Wilkes Booth assassinated Abraham Lincoln in Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C. on April 14, 1865.

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How many U.S. Presidents have there been?

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Answer: 45
There have been 45 U.S. Presidents including the current President, Donald Trump. The first President, George Washington, took office in 1789.

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How many people have walked on the moon?

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Answer: 12
12 men have walked on the moon. Three different astronauts have actually traveled to the Moon more than once.



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