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1. What is a "franchise" in US sports?

The selling price of a particular team, not including the annual ticket sales.

The annual tickets sales for a particular team.

The financial worth of a team including the players.

A team or the legal arrangement that establishes ownership of a team (often as a branch or relocation of a previously existing team).

The sum of the players' contracts on a team.

Answer

Correct Answer: A team or the legal arrangement that establishes ownership of a team (often as a branch or relocation of a previously existing team).

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2. What is "propaganda"?

A lie or untruth told by the government always for the benefit of all countries. 0.0 The spreading of misinformation or rumor solely in order to injure an organization, a cause or a person

The spreading of information or rumor in order to help or injure an organization, a cause or a person – often associated with misinformation or outright lies.

The name of the ballot papers used in a national presidential election.

The 4-year waiting term between elections in the US.

Answer

Correct Answer: The spreading of information or rumor in order to help or injure an organization, a cause or a person – often associated with misinformation or outright lies.

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3. What is the appropriate dress for a business meeting in the US?

Formal clothing, such as a suit and tie for men, a suit or dress and jacket for women

Informal clothing, such as khaki shorts for men, light beach-like clothing for women.

Formal clothing for formal events, especially in major US cities, slightly less formal clothing in rural areas and in hot parts of the US, such as the South.

Fancy dress or costume.

Tuxedo

Answer

Correct Answer: Formal clothing for formal events, especially in major US cities, slightly less formal clothing in rural areas and in hot parts of the US, such as the South.

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4. What is the correct wearing of a hat in the US office?

It is frowned upon to wear a hat at work, but most people do not mind if that is your personal preference.

It is generally impolite to wear hats inside. A hat may be worn in a public corridor and elevator, but it should be removed when entering a room.

It is rude and even illegal to wear a hat inside. Remove it as soon as you enter the building.

Hats are banned in public, inside and outside, in several US States.

None of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: It is generally impolite to wear hats inside. A hat may be worn in a public corridor and elevator, but it should be removed when entering a room.

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5. When using e-mail, why is it NOT a good idea to type in CAPITAL LETTERS?

Because you might spell a word incorrectly.

Because the message won't reach its destination in capitals.

Because Caps Lock may stay on and you'll type everything in capitals.

Because it sounds like you're shouting at the e-mail recipient.

Because it sounds like you don't know how to write.

Answer

Correct Answer: Because it sounds like you're shouting at the e-mail recipient.

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6. What does "laissez-faire" refer to in US politics?

A private equity investment fund for the super-rich.

A political doctrine opposing government intervention in economic affairs, beyond the minimum necessary to maintain property and peace.

A doctrine balancing government intervention in the financial free market, with the emphasis on government action.

A doctrine for the expansion of welfare rights in the US.

A doctrine for government intervention in economic affairs, should the financial system be at risk from collapse (such as the sub-prime mortgage crisis).

Answer

Correct Answer: A political doctrine opposing government intervention in economic affairs, beyond the minimum necessary to maintain property and peace.

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7. Which of the following best describes how to offer a good business-style handshake in the US?

A reasonably swift handshake, lasting about 1 second, upon greeting and leaving, without eye contact.

A reasonably firm handshake, lasting 3-4 seconds, upon greeting and leaving, maintaining good eye contact.

A light handshake, lasting 3-4 seconds, upon greeting and leaving, maintaining wide-eyed contact.

A very firm handshake, lasting 3-4 seconds, upon greeting and leaving, maintaining good eye contact.

A reasonably firm handshake, lasting 5-10 seconds, upon greeting and leaving, maintaining good eye contact.

Answer

Correct Answer: A reasonably firm handshake, lasting 3-4 seconds, upon greeting and leaving, maintaining good eye contact.

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8. How much is a "touchdown" worth in American football, if you include "the extra point"?

5 + 1 = 6

7 + 1 = 8

5 + 3 = 8

6 + 1 = 7

1 + 4 = 5

Answer

Correct Answer: 6 + 1 = 7

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9. What is the Super Bowl?

The championship game of Minor League Baseball.

The championship game of the National Basketball Association.

The championship game of Major League Baseball.

The championship game of the National Football League.

The championship game of the National Hockey League.

Answer

Correct Answer: The championship game of the National Football League.

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10. Who are "the powers that be" in the US?

The incoming government.

Parents or grandparents.

Neighbors and/or your boss at work.

A generic term for those in authority.

A generic term for descendants (who hold their own kind of power).

Answer

Correct Answer: A generic term for those in authority.

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11. Which of the following is considered poor table manners in the US?

Slurping soup.

Starting to eat before others at the same table.

Using a toothpick or blowing nose at the table.

Chewing with your mouth open.

All of the above.

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above.

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12. What is a "twin room" when booking at a US hotel?

A room with two beds for two people.

Two rooms with two beds for two people.

A room with one bed for one person.

Two rooms with one bed for two people

A room with a double bed for two people.

Answer

Correct Answer: A room with two beds for two people.

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13. What does it mean to "press-gang" someone in the US?

To organize the press to stake out someone's home address.

To make someone make a statement to the press.

To fire someone from his or her job.

To write something defamatory about someone and have it printed in a newspaper.

To force someone to do something against his or her will.

Answer

Correct Answer: To force someone to do something against his or her will.

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14. In the US, smoking is banned in many states in public places. Which of the following US states has NOT banned smoking in public places, especially places of work?

Texas

Arizona

Maine

New York State

California

Answer

Correct Answer: Texas

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15. What does it mean to "push the envelope" in the US?

A special fare, usually a supplement, that will bring you to your destination faster, using, for example, an express train.

A time when travel is less busy, and fares are usually lower.

A reduced-price fare traveling at the regular time.

It is the same as an open-ticket (meaning you do not have a reserved seat).

You pay slightly less, but you do not quite reach your destination (hence the reduced fare).

Answer

Correct Answer: A time when travel is less busy, and fares are usually lower.

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16. What is the difference between the US and European style of using a knife and fork?

In the European or

In the US style, the fork is in your right hand while cutting, then switches to your left hand to pick up and eat. In the European or

In the US style, the fork is in your left hand while cutting, then switches to your right hand to pick up and eat. In the European or

In the US style, the fork is always in your right hand. In the European or

Answer

Correct Answer: In the US style, the fork is in your left hand while cutting, then switches to your right hand to pick up and eat. In the European or

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17. When is it appropriate to point at someone?

Pointing is acceptable behavior in the US office (and in general).

Pointing is very rude in the US office (and in general), and could lead to your dismissal.

Pointing is considered rude in the US office (and in general), except if it is clear you are pointing to an object.

Pointing is rude in the US office (and in general)only if you use two hands. Pointing with one hand is fine

None of the above.

Answer

Correct Answer: Pointing is considered rude in the US office (and in general), except if it is clear you are pointing to an object.

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18. Which of the following is fast becoming a public taboo in the US workplace?

Drinking

Smoking

Eating

Talking

Smiling

Answer

Correct Answer: Smoking

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19. Which of the following is NOT an occasion for tipping in the US?

When getting a haircut.

When taking a taxi.

When paying a bar or restaurant bill.

When helped with bags at a hotel.

When served drinks on an airplane.

Answer

Correct Answer: When served drinks on an airplane.

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20. Are business cards used in the US, and when are they exchanged?

Yes – and they are generally exchanged when meeting, or parting, though there is no strict rule.

Yes – and they are always exchanged when meeting.

Yes – and they are always exchanged when parting.

No – but they are sometimes generally exchanged halfway through a meeting.

No – but they are exchanged on special request.

Answer

Correct Answer: Yes – and they are generally exchanged when meeting, or parting, though there is no strict rule.

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21. Which of the following are essential to any current US office environment?

Instant message, scanner.

Phone, instant message, fax.

Fax, printer, scanner, website.

Phone, fax, e-mail, printer, website, instant message, scanner.

Website, scanner, instant message.

Answer

Correct Answer: Phone, fax, e-mail, printer, website, instant message, scanner.

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22. What does it mean to "pull strings" in the US?

To receive business bribes behind the scenes in exchange for preferential treatment, always in an illegal political sense.

To receive stolen goods or act otherwise outside the law.

To prepare taxes many months in advance.

To exercise influence over a decision, typically in a less than overt manner or 'behind the scenes'.

To operate a traveling puppet show, especially in the South.

Answer

Correct Answer: To exercise influence over a decision, typically in a less than overt manner or 'behind the scenes'.

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23. What are "states" rights in the US?

The legal rights of US states whether in alignment or conflict with the US Federal system.

A political argument based on the tenth amendment of the United States Constitution.

An argument used by the Southern American states during the American Civil War (1861-1865).

Often a last-resort political argument used by all political camps when they are unable to win at the Federal level, in the belief that they can win political ground in at least some states.

All of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above

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24. If someone's English is not good or he or she speaks with an accent, which of the following is appropriate?

It is appropriate to speak more slowly, emphasizing how to speak, so the person will learn more quickly.

It is appropriate to tell the person that they need to improve their English.

It is never appropriate to criticize the accent/lack of proficiency of a speaker.

It is appropriate to advise the person which books they can use to improve their English.

It is appropriate to get angry and tell the person: You need to speak English.

Answer

Correct Answer: It is never appropriate to criticize the accent/lack of proficiency of a speaker.

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25. What does the phrase "to pour cold water on" mean in common US usage?

To discourage or quench enthusiasm for something.

To encourage something by figuratively hydrating it

To hurry up, literally or figuratively.

To slow down, literally or figuratively.

To deliver a message at speed to someone.

Answer

Correct Answer: To discourage or quench enthusiasm for something.

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26. How much personal space is typical in the US, in both the workplace and in public?

About an arm's length, otherwise Americans will feel uncomfortable.

About a foot.

About two arms' length.

About three arms' length.

Answer

Correct Answer: About an arm's length, otherwise Americans will feel uncomfortable.

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27. What is a "rookie" in US sports slang?

An older, more experienced player who generally leads the team.

A team mascot.

A new player to the league who is relatively inexperienced.

A rank-and-file player who neither leads the team nor stands out for being new.

The owner of the team.

Answer

Correct Answer: A new player to the league who is relatively inexperienced.

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28. What is a "green card" in the US?

The common name for a VISA identity card issued by the USCIS - US Citizenship and Immigration Services. A green card entitles a foreign national to enter and reside but not work in the US.

The common name for a Permanent Resident identity card issued by the USCIS - US Citizenship and Immigration Services. A green card entitles a foreign national to enter, reside and work in the US.

The common name for a VISA identity card issued by the USCIS - US Citizenship and Immigration Services. A green card entitles a foreign national to work in the US for 6 months.

The official name for a Permanent Resident identity card issued by the USCIS - US Citizenship and Immigration Services. A green card entitles a US Citizen to enter, reside and work overseas.

The official name for a Permanent Resident identity card issued by the USCIS - US Citizenship and Immigration Services. A green card entitles a foreign national to enter, reside and work in the US indefinitely.

Answer

Correct Answer: The common name for a Permanent Resident identity card issued by the USCIS - US Citizenship and Immigration Services. A green card entitles a foreign national to enter, reside and work in the US.

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29. During a US "business dinner", what is the appropriate behavior in terms of how much business and how much socializing is common?

A business dinner is treated as a social meal –socializing is more important than the business.

A business dinner is still treated as a business meal – socializing should be kept to an absolute minimum or it is considered rude.

A business dinner should be long and dull – do not attempt to make general or light conversation

A business dinner is treated as a social meal and a time to build rapport – socializing is as important as the business itself.

None of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: A business dinner is treated as a social meal and a time to build rapport – socializing is as important as the business itself.

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30. In US employment and education law, what is an H-1B Visa compared to a F-1 visa?

Both H-1B and F-1 visas are work visas.

An F-1 is a work visa valid for the duration of employment; an H-1B is a student visa valid for the duration of study.

An F-1 is a work visa; an H-1B is a student visa.

Both H-1B and F-1 visas are student visas.

An H-1B is a work visa; an F-1 is a student visa.

Answer

Correct Answer: An H-1B is a work visa; an F-1 is a student visa.

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31. What does "bumping" mean when traveling by airplane in the US?

Adding a passenger without a reservation to a flight. Generally the first passengers to check-in are the ones most likely to be bumped.

Removing a passenger with a reservation from a full flight. Generally the last passengers to check-in are the ones most likely to be bumped.

Removing a passenger with a reservation from a full flight. Generally the first passengers to check-in are the ones most likely to be bumped.

Adding a passenger to an earlier flight if he or she arrives early enough at the airport.

Exchanging tickets for a later flight, often with a favorable monetary return for the passenger.

Answer

Correct Answer: Removing a passenger with a reservation from a full flight. Generally the last passengers to check-in are the ones most likely to be bumped.

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32. What is "AMTRAK" in the US?

The name of a major bus company.

The name of a major train airline.

The name of a major train company.

The name of the minor league baseball division.

The name of a major taxi company.

Answer

Correct Answer: The name of a major train company.

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33. Which of the following should arrive within ten minutes of sitting down at a quality US restaurant, without asking the server?

Water

Milk

Beer

The wine list

The specials menu

Answer

Correct Answer: Water

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34. Which of the following is expected in a US office environment?

Chewing gum.

Knocking before entering.

Displaying tattoos.

Displaying body piercings

Using your iPod at work.

Answer

Correct Answer: Knocking before entering.

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35. What does the "NASDAQ" stand for?

National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations.

National Administration of Secure Dealing Arrival Quotation System.

Natural Association of System Dealers Annual Quotidian Sound.

Natural Avocation of Software Dealers Annual Quota System

National Annuity of Special Diagnostics Actual Quotations Sounds.

Answer

Correct Answer: National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations.

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36. Used for navigating, what does "GPS" stand for when driving a car in the US?

Gradual Position Site

Group Posture Section

Gradual Position Segway

Global Positioning System

Greater Positive Seat

Answer

Correct Answer: Global Positioning System

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37. What is a "drop-off charge" when renting a car in the US?

A fee the rental company pays the customer for returning the vehicle to its original location.

A small hidden device carried in the rental car to track the exact location of the car, often by GPS.

The option to drop the car off in any of three locations close to the original point of departure.

A fee charged by a car rental company when not returning the vehicle to its original location.

An optional fee charged by the rental company to defray taxes, especially for tourists (i.e. foreign nationals)

Answer

Correct Answer: A fee charged by a car rental company when not returning the vehicle to its original location.

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38. What do "March madness," the "sweet sixteen" and the "final four" refer to in the US sporting calendar?

The PGA Tour Golf Championship

The NCAA basketball tournament

The Super Bowl

The Olympic Swimming Team

The baseball World Series

Answer

Correct Answer: The NCAA basketball tournament

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39. What is the "GOP" in US politics?

The Grand Old Party, the Independents.

The Grand Old Party, the Republican Party.

The Grand Old Party, the Democrat Party.

The Great Old Party, the Liberal Party.

The Great Old People, the US voting public.

Answer

Correct Answer: The Grand Old Party, the Republican Party.

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40. What does it mean to "keep your nose to the grindstone" in the US?

To repeat the same action even if the result appears to be the same (negative) one.

To keep working hard at a difficult task.

To generate a lot of personal wealth and secure it in an offshore account to avoid taxes

To take early morning walks on the beach as a healthy preparation for the day ahead.

To continue digging yourself deeper into a metaphorical hole, often in a business setting, even though you know it is wrong to do so.

Answer

Correct Answer: To keep working hard at a difficult task.

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41. If you bring a personal cell phone to work, you should:

leave it on.

make sure it is on mute.

give it to your boss to look after.

send text messages all day.

consult it every 5 minutes.

Answer

Correct Answer: make sure it is on mute.

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42. Which of the following represents a typical American breakfast as served in a hotel?

Fried bread, eggs, black pudding, bacon; also hamburgers.

Donuts and coffee.

Choice of donuts, bagels, fruit, coffee and orange juice; also a cooked breakfast of eggs, bacon, 'link' sausages, pancakes and French toast.

German potato salad, scones, rolls, tea with milk.

Blini with sour cream or milk.

Answer

Correct Answer: Choice of donuts, bagels, fruit, coffee and orange juice; also a cooked breakfast of eggs, bacon, 'link' sausages, pancakes and French toast.

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43. What is a "hub" in US travel?

A major train terminal, for example, Grand Central in New York City.

An airport where an airline has a major presence that includes many flights to other destinations. For example, Delta Airlines has a hub in Atlanta

A destination airport to which a lot of other airways connect into but not out from, for example, New Orleans.

A starting city from where a lot of other airlines depart, for example, JFK to Europe.

A 'hub' is a major television network that broadcasts travel news, for example, NBC, CBS or ABC.

Answer

Correct Answer: An airport where an airline has a major presence that includes many flights to other destinations. For example, Delta Airlines has a hub in Atlanta

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44. How would you define being "politically correct" or "PC"?

To be a part of a random system of voting at the ballot box

Being rude or offensive in a way that violates social customs or general good manners

Language, ideas, policies, and behavior seen as seeking to minimize social and institutional offense in occupational, gender, racial, cultural, sexual orientation.

To pay all your taxes and to obey all laws, both state and federal.

To make a decisive political action, usually taken by a politician to win an election.

Answer

Correct Answer: Language, ideas, policies, and behavior seen as seeking to minimize social and institutional offense in occupational, gender, racial, cultural, sexual orientation.

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45. What does it mean to 'pull one's weight' or 'pull your own weight' in the US?

To try harder than you've ever had to try before.

To literally lose weight, using a gym and/or personal trainer.

To make a concerted effort to do what one is capable of, especially when contributing to a group effort.

To make a solitary personal effort to overcome an obstacle.

To go on a 30-day crash diet, but only one approved by your doctor.

Answer

Correct Answer: To make a concerted effort to do what one is capable of, especially when contributing to a group effort.

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46. What is a connecting flight in US air travel?

The taxi up the runway a plane makes after it has landed.

The middle part of a three or four part flight, using a different form of transport – like a helicopter.

The second part of a two-part flight, using a different airline.

The first part of a two-part flight, using the same airline.

Part of an ongoing flight that requires a change of aircraft, but not necessarily a change of airline.

Answer

Correct Answer: Part of an ongoing flight that requires a change of aircraft, but not necessarily a change of airline.

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47. When conducting international business in the US, you must be aware of laws at which of the following levels?

State level

Federal level.

State and Federal.

State, Federal and international level.

Federal and international level.

Answer

Correct Answer: State, Federal and international level.

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48. In the US, what is the best way to say "thank you" after a business arrangement?

Send a Christmas present to your recipient's home to all the family.

Gift giving is discouraged by many US companies - a gracious written note or invitation for a meal is more appropriate.

The bigger the gift the better: business in the US thrives on across-the-table gift giving.

Pay 10% extra to the amount of the business deal (it acts as a tip)

Pay 20% extra to the amount of the business deal (it acts as a tip).

Answer

Correct Answer: Gift giving is discouraged by many US companies - a gracious written note or invitation for a meal is more appropriate.

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49. What are "city codes" when traveling by airplane in the US?

5-letter codes used to uniquely identify cities and/or their airports (for example JFK-NY; New York city; LAX-LA: Los Angeles).

3-letter codes used to uniquely identify cities and/or their airports (for example JFK; New York city; LAX: Los Angeles).

Numbered codes used to identify cities in order of importance (for example 1-NYC, 2-LA).

Numbered and lettered codes used to identify cities in order of importance (for example 1NYC, 2LA).

The first three letters of the city to determine the airport (for example CHI for Chicago, NEW for New Orleans).

Answer

Correct Answer: 3-letter codes used to uniquely identify cities and/or their airports (for example JFK; New York city; LAX: Los Angeles).

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50. What does the term "dark horse" mean in US politics?

Literally a horse used as a symbol, in much the way the donkey and elephant are used in US politics.

Someone operating or running a campaign illegally.

The winner of a long-fought campaign.

Someone or something overlooked that later rises to prominence, such as a candidate, or a particular political trend.

The use of offensive racial language in a certain strain of radical right-wing voting.

Answer

Correct Answer: Someone or something overlooked that later rises to prominence, such as a candidate, or a particular political trend.

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51. What is a team's 'territory' in both American football and basketball?

The half of the pitch or court that a team protects against its opponents.

The basket in basketball or touchline in football where points are scored.

The length of time on the clock for an entire game (without including over-time).

The captain of the team

The mound inside the diamond in baseball from where the pitcher throws the ball.

Answer

Correct Answer: The half of the pitch or court that a team protects against its opponents.

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52. What does "the fourth estate" commonly refer to in the US?

The public press.

The right to vote or protest.

The TV and radio networks specifically.

The industrial-military complex.

The general public.

Answer

Correct Answer: The public press.

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53. Which of the following is the best response if you make a mistake at work?

Find someone to blame

Ignore it.

Accept responsibility and set about correcting the mistake.

Deny you made any mistake and start crying.

Find someone to share the blame.

Answer

Correct Answer: Accept responsibility and set about correcting the mistake.

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54. Which of the following is appropriate in a US restaurant if you do not eat all of your food?

To request a bag to take home the leftovers

Never request a bag to take home the leftovers.

To request the food be saved so you can pick it up later.

To request the food be given to the wait staff.

None of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: To request a bag to take home the leftovers

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