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4281
The 'Global War on Terror' officially ended (rhetorically) under which administration's shift to 'Great Power Competition'?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The 2018 National Defense Strategy signaled a shift from counter-terrorism to Great Power Competition (Russia/China).
4282
Which country voted to legalize abortion in 2018, overturning a constitutional ban?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Ireland repealed the Eighth Amendment via a referendum.
4283
The 'Yellow Vest' (Gilets Jaunes) protests began in 2018 in:
Correct Option
Option C
Explanation
The movement began as a protest against fuel tax increases.
4284
Which waterfall in the United States is the tallest in Yosemite National Park?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Yosemite Falls, located in California's Yosemite National Park, is the tallest waterfall in the park and North America, with a total height of 739 meters across three tiers. A popular hiking destination, it flows strongest in spring, showcasing the park's dramatic geology.
4285
The 2018 collapse of the Morandi Bridge occurred in which Italian city?
Correct Option
Option C
Explanation
A section of the Polcevera Viaduct (Morandi Bridge) collapsed during a rainstorm, killing 43 people.
4286
The 2018 'Camp Fire', the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California history, destroyed the town of:
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Option B
Explanation
The Camp Fire completely destroyed the town of Paradise, California, killing 85 people.
4287
Which volcano in Indonesia erupted in 2018, triggering a tsunami?
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Option C
Explanation
Anak Krakatau’s 2018 eruption caused a flank collapse, triggering a tsunami that killed over 400 people in Indonesia, demonstrating the secondary hazards of volcanic activity.
4288
Which country produces the most silver globally?
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Option B
Explanation
Mexico is the world’s top silver producer, with major mines like Peñasquito contributing significantly to global supply. Its long history of silver mining and favorable geology ensure its dominance, supporting industries like jewelry, electronics, and solar energy.
4289
Which island in Indonesia was impacted by a 2018 tsunami?
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Option C
Explanation
Sulawesi, Indonesia, was hit by a tsunami in 2018 following a 7.5-magnitude earthquake in Palu, causing over 4,000 deaths and highlighting the region’s seismic risks.
4290
The study of the skin and its diseases.
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Dermatology is the branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders. Geology is the study of the Earth. Orology is the study of mountains. Ecology is the study of organisms and their environment.