NHS Global Studies Weekly Review/Current Events- Oct. 15

Question 1

Who advanced to the National League Championship in baseball for only the 2nd time since 1998?

Accepted Answer

Chicago Cubs

Question 2

Which of the following is/was a democracy?

Accepted Answer

Athens

Question 3

Who is this?

Accepted Answer

Jeb Bush

Question 4

The worst terrorist attack in what country's history left over 100 dead this week?

Accepted Answer

Turkey

Question 5

The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded this week to a group fighting for peace in which country?

Accepted Answer

Tunisia

Question 6

Which of the following was/is an oligarchy?

Accepted Answer

Sparta

Question 7

Another deadly shooting rampage happened on a college campus last weekend in what state?

Accepted Answer

Arizona

Question 8

Which political party held their first presidential debate this week?

Accepted Answer

Democrats

Question 9

Paul Ryan is the favorite to become the new Speaker of the House. He represents what state?

Accepted Answer

Wisconsin

Question 10

Which civilization focused heavily on military strength?

Accepted Answer

Sparta

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