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January 19 Trivia Quiz

This is a random history quiz about things that occurred on January 19.

A multiple-choice quiz by zil_ennov. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
zil_ennov

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
277,829

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Avg Score
7 / 10

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729

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Question 1 of 10

1. The author of the poem, "The Raven" was born on January 19, 1809. What is his name? Hint

Charles Simic

Daniel Hoffman

W. S. Merwin

Edgar Allan Poe

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Question 2 of 10

2. Desi Arnaz Jr. was born on January 19. In what year? Hint

1959

1958

1953

1950

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Question 3 of 10

3. This actress, born on January 19, 1982, is best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on "Full House". Who is she? Hint

Mary-Kate Olsen

Candace Cameron

Ashley Olsen

Jodie Sweetin

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Question 4 of 10

4. The Battle of Mill Springs in the American Civil War was fought on January 19, 1862. It was the second largest battle fought in which state? Hint

Tennessee

Kentucky

North Carolina

Mississippi

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Question 5 of 10

5. On January 19, 1929 Lafayette National Park in Maine became known as what? Hint

Yellowstone National Park

Yosemite National Park

Acadia National Park

Bryce Canyon National Park

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Question 6 of 10

6. The first episode of "The Dick Van Dyke Show" was filmed on January 19 of what year? Hint

1960

1961

1962

1963

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who was elected as India's fourth Prime Minister on January 19, 1966? Hint

Jawaharlal Nehru

Gulzari Lal Nanda

Atal Behari Vajpayee

Indira Gandhi

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Question 8 of 10

8. On January 19, 1932, Charlie Conacher became the first person to score five goals in one game for what ice hockey team? Hint

Detroit Red Wings

Calgary Royals

Toronto Maple Leafs

Canmore Eagles

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Question 9 of 10

9. The newspaper, "L'Auto" announced this race for the very first time on January 19, 1903. What race was it? Hint

Tour de France

The Vuelta a Espa�a

The Giro d'Italia

Amstel Gold Race

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Question 10 of 10

10. On January 19, 1978 this former judge was appointed Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Who was he? Hint

William H. Webster

Amy Zegart

J. Edgar Hoover

Theodore Roosevelt

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The author of the poem, "The Raven" was born on January 19, 1809. What is his name?

Answer: Edgar Allan Poe

Edgar Allan Poe died when he was forty years old. The cause of his death is unclear. Some suggest that he died of drugs or alcohol. While others think that it was suicide, rabies, or heart disease.

There are several museums and landmarks dedicated to Poe. You can find the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can also find Poe landmarks in Richmond, Virgina and Baltimore, Maryland.

Poe is known for his poetry and tales. Some well-known tales include, "The Black Cat", "The Fall Of The House Of Usher", and "The Tell-Tale Heart".

2. Desi Arnaz Jr. was born on January 19. In what year?

Answer: 1953

Desi Arnez Jr. is the son of Desi Arnez and Lucille Ball. His baby photo was on the cover of the very first TV Guide.

3. This actress, born on January 19, 1982, is best known for her role as Stephanie Tanner on "Full House". Who is she?

Answer: Jodie Sweetin

Jodie Sweetin started acting at age four. "Full House" was on the air for eight years. In 2006 Jodie Sweetin spent six weeks in a drug rehabilitation facility for her addiction to methamphetamines. In 2007 she toured college campuses to tell her rehabilitation story.

4. The Battle of Mill Springs in the American Civil War was fought on January 19, 1862. It was the second largest battle fought in which state?

Answer: Kentucky

The Battle of Mill Spring was the first major victory for the Union states. It is also known as The Battle Of Fishing Creek.

5. On January 19, 1929 Lafayette National Park in Maine became known as what?

Answer: Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park is located near Bangor and Bar Harbor, Maine. The park has 30,300 acres. There are over 40 species of wildlife found there. Some of these animals include squirrels, moose, deer, foxes, and bears.

6. The first episode of "The Dick Van Dyke Show" was filmed on January 19 of what year?

Answer: 1961

Although the show was filmed on January 19, the first airing didn't take place until October 3, 1961. The show was produced by Carl Reiner and ran for eight seasons with a total of 158 episodes. Dick Van Dyke and Mary Tyler Moore were the stars of the show.

7. Who was elected as India's fourth Prime Minister on January 19, 1966?

Answer: Indira Gandhi

Indira Gandhi was assassinated on October 31, 1984 by her own bodyguards. They were of the Sikh religion. After her death many Sikhs were killed in retaliation.

8. On January 19, 1932, Charlie Conacher became the first person to score five goals in one game for what ice hockey team?

Answer: Toronto Maple Leafs

Due to his size and his amazing goal scoring and shot, Charles William (Charlie) Conacher was nicknamed "The Big Bomber". In 1998 "The Hockey News" ranked him number 36 out of 100 greatest hockey players.

9. The newspaper, "L'Auto" announced this race for the very first time on January 19, 1903. What race was it?

Answer: Tour de France

The Tour de France is the largest bicycle race in the world. It takes place in different towns in France and surrounding coutries. The race is broken into stages and the totals are tallied at the end of the 22 day race to determine the winner.

10. On January 19, 1978 this former judge was appointed Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Who was he?

Answer: William H. Webster

William H. Webster has received many awards for his honorable service. He received the William Greenleaf Eliot Award in 1972 and 1981. In 1991 he received Distinguished Intelligence Medal, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and the National Security Medal.

Source: Author zil_ennov

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