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Trivia and Biography Quizzes on Famous People and Celebrities
 | The Assassination of Archduke Ferdinand June 28, 1914 - The Archduke Ferdinand is assassinated, sparking World War 1. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 110 days 0 hrs 46 min 38 sec ago, Times taken: 139, Average Score:61.9%
|  | Julia Roberts Basics June 27, 1993 - Julia Roberts and Lyle Lovett wed. They divorce in 1995. Author: BubblyJolie , Last Taken: 1266 days 15 hrs 40 min 44 sec ago, Times taken: 193, Average Score:55.1%
|  | Eleanor Parker - Woman of a Thousand Faces June 22 - Celebrating the centenary of the birth of Eleanor Parker! Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 383 days 21 hrs 52 min 37 sec ago, Times taken: 86, Average Score:59.4%
|  | Battle of the Little Big Horn June 25, 1876 - The US 7th Cavalry is wiped out at the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 21 days 13 hrs 33 min 1 sec ago, Times taken: 217, Average Score:68.3%
|  | The Seasons: Summer Welcome to Summer! Author: bill , Last Taken: 386 days 10 hrs 9 min 6 sec ago, Times taken: 1,159, Average Score:55.3%
|  | Harry Houdini: Escape Artist June 22, 1894 Harry Houdini marries Bessie Rahner. Author: bill , Last Taken: 4 days 15 hrs 49 min 22 sec ago, Times taken: 170, Average Score:39.6%
|  | Prince William of Wales June 21 - Turning 40 today, Prince William! Author: bill , Last Taken: 1030 days 20 hrs 55 min 0 sec ago, Times taken: 341, Average Score:56.9%
|  | John Goodman: A Talented Award-Winning Actor June 20 - Turning 70 today - John Goodman! Author: 0zero0 , Last Taken: 432 days 8 hrs 9 min 60 sec ago, Times taken: 70, Average Score:44.9%
|  | Paula Abdul: Personal Life of a Celebrity June 19 - Happy 60th Birthday, Paula Abdul! Author: 0zero0 , Last Taken: 403 days 8 hrs 53 min 46 sec ago, Times taken: 135, Average Score:53.2%
|  | Paul McCartney: Personal Life of a Celebrity June 18 - Happy 80th Birthday, Paul McCartney! Author: bill , Last Taken: 21 days 15 hrs 20 min 7 sec ago, Times taken: 224, Average Score:66%
|  | The Statue of Liberty June 17, 1885 - The Statue of Liberty arrives in NYC aboard French ship `Isere'. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 469 days 22 hrs 54 min 36 sec ago, Times taken: 14, Average Score:43.6%
|  | Abraham Lincoln: 16th U.S. President June 16, 1858 - Lincoln makes his famous quote, ""A house divided against itself cannot stand". Author: dave , Last Taken: 449 days 17 hrs 59 min 27 sec ago, Times taken: 1,324, Average Score:83.1%
|  | William Boeing - The Father of Commercial Aviation June 15, 1916 - The Boeing Model 1 [B & W Seaplane], the 1st Boeing product, flies for the 1st time. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 432 days 0 hrs 45 min 2 sec ago, Times taken: 97, Average Score:33.8%
|  | Ronald Reagan: 40th U.S. President June 14, 1989 - Ronald Reagan is made an honorary knight by Queen Elizabeth. Author: charles , Last Taken: 426 days 1 hrs 25 min 45 sec ago, Times taken: 379, Average Score:63.1%
|  | Ben Chifley: 16th Australian Prime Minister June 13, 1951 - Ben Chifley dies of a heart attack at the age of 65. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 1064 days 0 hrs 13 min 54 sec ago, Times taken: 32, Average Score:53.4%
|  | Indiana Jones and the Lost Ark June 12, 1981 - "Raiders of the Lost Ark" is released in America. Author: lmcubs , Last Taken: 90 days 5 hrs 37 min 6 sec ago, Times taken: 565, Average Score:71%
|  | Miracle on 34th Street - the 1947 version June 10, 1947 - "Miracle on 34th Street" is released and goes on to become a Christmas favorite. Author: lmcubs , Last Taken: 15 days 16 hrs 59 min 46 sec ago, Times taken: 291, Average Score:67.7%
|  | AC/DC Basics June 11, 1976 - AC/DC begin their first headline tour of Britain. Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 858 days 11 hrs 1 min 26 sec ago, Times taken: 44, Average Score:66.1%
|  | Louis XIV - The Sun King June 9, 1660 French King Louis XIV (21) marries Maria Theresa of Spain (21) at Saint-Jean-de-Luz Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 397 days 22 hrs 22 min 36 sec ago, Times taken: 114, Average Score:56%
|  | Attila the Hun June 8, 452 - Attila and his hordes invade Italy. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 3 days 11 hrs 53 min 9 sec ago, Times taken: 417, Average Score:62.8%
|  | Thomas Malthus - Population Prophet June 7, 1798 Thomas Malthus publishes his influential 'Essay on the Principle of Population". Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 1263 days 9 hrs 48 min 12 sec ago, Times taken: 1, Average Score:100%
|  | D-Day Part II June 6, 1944 - A day where courageous men and women began the fight to retake Europe. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 449 days 20 hrs 32 min 56 sec ago, Times taken: 78, Average Score:49.2%
|  | Johnny Weissmuller - The Definitive Tarzan June 5, 1927 - Johnny Weissmuller sets world records in 100m and 200m Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 43 days 19 hrs 39 min 34 sec ago, Times taken: 50, Average Score:64%
|  | Aretha Franklin - Queen of Soul June 3, 1967 - Aretha Franklin's song "Respect" reaches #1. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 26 days 9 hrs 34 min 25 sec ago, Times taken: 81, Average Score:48%
|  | Harriet Tubman: Abolitionist, Humanitarian and Union Spy June 2, 1863 - Harriet Tubman leads Union guerrillas into Maryland, freeing slaves Author: dana , Last Taken: 875 days 17 hrs 58 min 25 sec ago, Times taken: 715, Average Score:58.3%
|  | Howard Hughes June 1, 1925 - Businessman Howard Hughes marries his 1st wife Ella Rice Author: bill , Last Taken: 27 days 3 hrs 41 min 38 sec ago, Times taken: 141, Average Score:55.6%
|  | Usain Bolt - The Lightning Bolt May 31, 2008 - Usain Bolt sets a new record for the 100 metres with the time of 9.72 seconds. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 492 days 19 hrs 54 min 42 sec ago, Times taken: 102, Average Score:56.4%
|  | Queen Victoria: 19th Century Queen May 30, 1842 - Queen Victoria survives an assassination attempt. Author: scarlettem , Last Taken: 870 days 8 hrs 40 min 35 sec ago, Times taken: 433, Average Score:72.5%
|  | Boris Johnson - British Prime Minister May 29, 2021 - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson (56) marries third wife Carrie Symonds (33). Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 474 days 9 hrs 42 min 58 sec ago, Times taken: 4, Average Score:65%
|  | Oscar Wilde: Irish Author & Poet May 29, 1884 Irish writer Oscar Wilde marries Constance Lloyd in London. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 88 days 7 hrs 0 min 42 sec ago, Times taken: 56, Average Score:43%
|  | Watergate Scandal Basics May 28 - 50 years ago today, "plumbers" break into the Watergate Hotel to install listening devices Author: BubblyJolie , Last Taken: 115 days 17 hrs 56 min 35 sec ago, Times taken: 711, Average Score:71.6%
|  | Christopher Lee May 27 - Christopher Lee would have been 100 today! Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 32 days 21 hrs 2 min 48 sec ago, Times taken: 68, Average Score:59.6%
|  | Actors Who've Played the Vampire May 26, 1897 - The novel "Dracula" by Bram Stoker is published in London Author: martha , Last Taken: 969 days 19 hrs 54 min 37 sec ago, Times taken: 740, Average Score:50.5%
|  | Gilbert and Sullivan Songs May 25, 1878 - Gilbert & Sullivan's operetta "H.M.S. Pinafore" debuts in London. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 33 days 14 hrs 7 min 24 sec ago, Times taken: 120, Average Score:73.4%
|  | John Hancock May 24, 1775 - John Hancock is unanimously elected President of the Continental Congress Author: patrickryan , Last Taken: 886 days 22 hrs 50 min 6 sec ago, Times taken: 184, Average Score:49.8%
|  | Bonnie and Clyde: The Criminal Couple May 23, 1934: Criminals Bonnie and Clyde are ambushed by police and killed in Black Lake, LA. Author: 0zero0 , Last Taken: 43 days 8 hrs 55 min 4 sec ago, Times taken: 1,103, Average Score:51.4%
|  | Charles Lindbergh May 21, 1927 - Charles Lindbergh lands in Paris becoming the first person to fly the Atlantic Ocean. Author: dave , Last Taken: 116 days 11 hrs 57 min 31 sec ago, Times taken: 285, Average Score:51.9%
|  | Vasco da Gama: European Explorer May 20, 1498 - Vasco da Gama becomes the first European to reach India by boat. Author: bill , Last Taken: 385 days 1 hrs 34 min 46 sec ago, Times taken: 660, Average Score:51.1%
|  | Sophia Loren: Glamorous Italian Actress May 19, 1982 - Sophia Loren is jailed in Naples for tax evasion. Author: madman , Last Taken: 6 days 2 hrs 28 min 8 sec ago, Times taken: 126, Average Score:53.3%
|  | George Strait: Country Music Star! May 18 - Happy 70th Birthday, George Strait! Author: phonerec , Last Taken: 33 days 18 hrs 48 min 55 sec ago, Times taken: 690, Average Score:74%
|  | Marquis de Sade May 17, 1763 - Marquis de Sade (22) weds Renee Pelagie de Montreuil in Paris. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 11 days 3 hrs 44 min 11 sec ago, Times taken: 15, Average Score:50.7%
|  | The Muppet Show - Character Match May 16, 1990 - Jim Henson dies from pneumonia complications at the age of 53. Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 23 days 17 hrs 56 min 27 sec ago, Times taken: 61, Average Score:80.8%
|  | Mary, Queen of Scots May 15, 1567 - Mary, Queen of Scots marries the very unpopular Earl of Bothwell. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 435 days 0 hrs 4 min 10 sec ago, Times taken: 342, Average Score:67.6%
|  | C.C.DeVille - Poison Musician May 14 - Turning 60 today - C. C. DeVille! Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 491 days 7 hrs 23 min 48 sec ago, Times taken: 207, Average Score:57.7%
|  | Kelsey Grammer May 13, 2004 - The final episode of "Frasier" airs on US TV. Author: bill , Last Taken: 387 days 12 hrs 33 min 43 sec ago, Times taken: 92, Average Score:62.9%
|  | King George VI - An Example of Devotion and Duty May 12, 1937 - George VI is coronated as King of Britain. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 1 days 6 hrs 55 min 23 sec ago, Times taken: 175, Average Score:78.1%
|  | Emilio Estevez May 12 - Happy 60th, Emilio Estevez! Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 408 days 7 hrs 31 min 15 sec ago, Times taken: 62, Average Score:62.1%
|  | Andrew Carnegie - Millionaire Businessman and Philanthropist May 11, 1904 - Andrew Carnegie donates $1.5 million to build a peace palace. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 417 days 18 hrs 50 min 12 sec ago, Times taken: 495, Average Score:56.2%
|  | Nancy Walker - Her Life and Characters May 10 - Nancy Walker would have been 100 today! Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 431 days 19 hrs 37 min 44 sec ago, Times taken: 17, Average Score:47.6%
|  | Christopher Columbus: Navigator & Colonizer May 9, 1502 - Christopher Columbus leaves Spain on his 4th and final trip to the New World. Author: bill , Last Taken: 408 days 14 hrs 45 min 10 sec ago, Times taken: 308, Average Score:66.6%
|  | Raquel Welch - Timeless Beauty May 8, 1959 - Raquel Tajeda weds James Welch. They divorce in 1964. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 8 hrs 54 min 39 sec ago, Times taken: 52, Average Score:43.3%
|  | World War II 1945 - The European Campaign May 7, 1945 - Germany surrenders to the Allies, ending the European campaign of World War II. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 437 days 17 hrs 26 min 22 sec ago, Times taken: 12, Average Score:53.3%
|  | Hindenburg Disaster May 6: 85 years ago today, the German airship Hindenburg explodes in flames at Lakehurst, NJ. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 19 days 13 hrs 5 min 12 sec ago, Times taken: 248, Average Score:57.1%
|  | Alan Shepard, Jr - American Astronaut and Naval Aviator May 5, 1961 - Alan Shepard becomes the first American in space, aboard Freedom 7. Author: patrickryan , Last Taken: 20 days 19 hrs 8 min 4 sec ago, Times taken: 85, Average Score:50.8%
|  | Star Wars: Characters May the fourth be with you! Celebrate Star Wars Day! Author: FRANKL1965 , Last Taken: 28 days 17 hrs 54 min 50 sec ago, Times taken: 228, Average Score:80%
|  | Anne Frank: World War II Diary Author May 3, 1960 - The Anne Frank House is opened in Holland. Author: phonerec , Last Taken: 4 days 1 hrs 59 min 29 sec ago, Times taken: 218, Average Score:66.4%
|  | Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: WWE Superstar May 2 - The Rock turns 50 today! Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 969 days 17 hrs 41 min 41 sec ago, Times taken: 121, Average Score:46.6%
|  | Orson Welles: Sophisticated Actor & Director May 1, 1941 - Orson Welles' masterpiece "Citizen Kane" premieres in New York City. Author: bill , Last Taken: 46 days 15 hrs 49 min 43 sec ago, Times taken: 79, Average Score:51.3%
|  | Lou Gehrig: Iron Man April 30, 1939 - Lou Gehrig sets a record playing his 2,130th game for the Yankees, his last. Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 390 days 23 hrs 34 min 34 sec ago, Times taken: 97, Average Score:73.1%
|  | The Simpsons' Name Game April 29, 2018 - "The Simpsons" become the longest running show in U.S. TV history. Author: Tadhg , Last Taken: 1035 days 12 hrs 23 min 23 sec ago, Times taken: 237, Average Score:33.5%
|  | William Bligh - Controversial Sailor and Governor April 28, 1789 - Fletcher Christian leads his infamous mutiny on the Bounty against William Bligh. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 1480 days 21 hrs 14 min 57 sec ago, Times taken: 18, Average Score:37.2%
|  | Rod Stewart April 26, 1982 - Rod Stewart is mugged on Hollywood Boulevarde and has his Porsche stolen. Author: bill , Last Taken: 409 days 12 hrs 39 min 54 sec ago, Times taken: 313, Average Score:71.9%
|  | Edwin Hubble - American Astronomer April 25, 1990 - The Hubble space telescope is placed into orbit from the space shuttle Discovery. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 116 days 8 hrs 32 min 3 sec ago, Times taken: 47, Average Score:58.9%
|  | Barbra Streisand Lyrics April 24 - Happy 80th Birthday, Barbra! Author: zendyk , Last Taken: 459 days 16 hrs 16 min 49 sec ago, Times taken: 158, Average Score:63.9%
|  | Barbara Walters: Media Personality April 22, 1976 - Barbara Walters becomes the first female network news anchor. Author: 0zero0 , Last Taken: 395 days 18 hrs 48 min 3 sec ago, Times taken: 84, Average Score:44.2%
|  | Dave Halliwill April 21 - Happy 60th Birthday to PeopleQuiz co-founder, Dave Halliwill! Author: curly , Last Taken: 889 days 9 hrs 59 min 3 sec ago, Times taken: 14, Average Score:32.9%
|  | Macbeth - "Blood will have blood" April 20, 1611 - First known performance of Shakespeare's Macbeth at the Globe Theatre, London. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 937 days 22 hrs 2 min 52 sec ago, Times taken: 17, Average Score:61.2%
|  | Sally Ride - First American woman in space April 19, 1982 - Sally Ride is chosen to be the first US female astronaut. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 72 days 9 hrs 37 min 24 sec ago, Times taken: 240, Average Score:59.9%
|  | Paul Revere - American Patriot April 18, 1775 - Paul Revere and William Dawes make their famous ride. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 428 days 17 hrs 48 min 9 sec ago, Times taken: 264, Average Score:55.5%
|  | Chicago Bears Team History: 1985-86 Season April 17, 1933 -- The Chicago Bears score their first NFL victory. Author: bill , Last Taken: 400 days 12 hrs 9 min 53 sec ago, Times taken: 715, Average Score:80%
|  | Bill Belichick: Early Career April 16 - Happy 70th Birthday, Bill Belichick! Author: catherine , Last Taken: 32 days 16 hrs 58 min 27 sec ago, Times taken: 86, Average Score:44.4%
|  | William Howard Taft: 27th U.S. President April 15, 1910 - William Taft becomes the first President to throw the first ball of a baseball game Author: bill , Last Taken: 461 days 11 hrs 13 min 26 sec ago, Times taken: 274, Average Score:42.5%
|  | Loretta Lynn: Country Music Sensation April 14 - Happy 90th Birthday, Loretta Lynn! Author: scarlettem , Last Taken: 57 days 23 hrs 30 min 39 sec ago, Times taken: 677, Average Score:80.9%
|  | George Frederic Handel - Sublime Composer April 13, 1742 - Handel's oratorio "Messiah" premieres globally in Dublin. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 452 days 2 hrs 55 min 1 sec ago, Times taken: 27, Average Score:50.4%
|  | Civil War Grab Bag #3 April 12. 1861 - Fort Sumter is attacked by the Confederacy, starting the U.S. Civil War. Author: bill , Last Taken: 911 days 17 hrs 43 min 47 sec ago, Times taken: 258, Average Score:61%
|  | American Revolutionary War Basics April 11, 1783 - Hostilities in the American Revolutionary War formally end. Author: garrett , Last Taken: 3 days 23 hrs 43 min 29 sec ago, Times taken: 4,104, Average Score:70.1%
|  | Titanic: Legacy of Tragedy April 10, 1912 - The RMS Titanic leaves on its maiden (and final) voyage. Author: , Last Taken: 434 days 16 hrs 44 min 25 sec ago, Times taken: 91, Average Score:64.2%
|  | Robert E. Lee - Part II April 9, 1865 - Robert E. Lee surrenders the Confederate army to U. S. Grant at Appomattox. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 888 days 16 hrs 7 min 7 sec ago, Times taken: 71, Average Score:71.4%
|  | Hank Aaron - Hitting Machine April 8, 1974 - Hank Aaron hits his 715th home run, breaking Babe Ruth's record. Author: dartjock , Last Taken: 422 days 21 hrs 1 min 18 sec ago, Times taken: 144, Average Score:59%
|  | Jesus Christ: According to The Bible April 7, 30 AD - According to historians, today is the date Jesus was crucified. Author: bill , Last Taken: 102 days 22 hrs 0 min 40 sec ago, Times taken: 579, Average Score:60.6%
|  | Masters Tournament Firsts #2 Another Masters quiz in Masters week! Author: garrett , Last Taken: 1070 days 21 hrs 52 min 18 sec ago, Times taken: 58, Average Score:39.8%
|  | Masters Tournament Firsts Its on in Augusta this weekend Author: garrett , Last Taken: 994 days 16 hrs 1 min 25 sec ago, Times taken: 184, Average Score:40.4%
|  | Francis Drake: A Naval Adventurer April 4, 1581 - Francis Drake is knighted by Queen Elizabeth 1 aboard his ship. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 455 days 19 hrs 40 min 56 sec ago, Times taken: 797, Average Score:51.3%
|  | Doris Day: The Girl Next Door April 3 - Doris Day would have been 100 today! Author: solitaire , Last Taken: 86 days 18 hrs 5 min 40 sec ago, Times taken: 526, Average Score:63.3%
|  | Charles Dickens: British Author April 2, 1836 - Charles Dickens (24) marries Catherine Hogarth (20). Author: phonerec , Last Taken: 451 days 22 hrs 14 min 13 sec ago, Times taken: 700, Average Score:52.8%
|  | Debbie Reynolds - Darling of the Musicals April 1 - Debbie Reynolds would have been 90 today! Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 387 days 20 hrs 5 min 14 sec ago, Times taken: 144, Average Score:64.7%
|  | Oliver Cromwell March 31, 1657 - Oliver Cromwell is offered the crown by the English Parliament but declines. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 391 days 2 hrs 8 min 19 sec ago, Times taken: 189, Average Score:65.5%
|  | Warren Beatty: American Actor March 30 - Happy 85th Birthday, Warren Beatty! Author: FRANKL1965 , Last Taken: 964 days 20 hrs 36 min 26 sec ago, Times taken: 27, Average Score:57.8%
|  | Niagara Falls March 29, 1848 - Niagara Falls tops flowing for 30 hours due to an ice jam. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 111 days 9 hrs 36 min 3 sec ago, Times taken: 13, Average Score:56.9%
|  | Jesse Owens - Great Sportsman and Humanitarian March 28, 1990 - Jesse Owens is awarded the Congressional Gold Medal posthumously by George Bush. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 438 days 1 hrs 33 min 25 sec ago, Times taken: 331, Average Score:49.1%
|  | Ringo Starr: Life After The Beatles March 27, 1970 - Ringo Starr releases his first solo album "Sentimental Journey". Author: lmcubs , Last Taken: 973 days 0 hrs 10 min 45 sec ago, Times taken: 118, Average Score:62.4%
|  | Christie Brinkley - America's Favorite Covergirl March 26, 1994 - Christie Brinkley and Billy Joel divorce after 9 years of marriage Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 893 days 7 hrs 28 min 23 sec ago, Times taken: 27, Average Score:60.4%
|  | Elton John - Superstar March 25 - Happy 75th Birthday, Elton John! Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 443 days 8 hrs 39 min 34 sec ago, Times taken: 53, Average Score:62.3%
|  | The Seasons: Spring Welcome to Spring in the Northern Hemisphere! Author: bill , Last Taken: 65 days 18 hrs 33 min 20 sec ago, Times taken: 5,624, Average Score:53.8%
|  | Jimmy Stewart: Enduring Actor March 22, 1941 - James Stewart is inducted into the US Army, the first major film star to join up. Author: bill , Last Taken: 411 days 11 hrs 26 min 22 sec ago, Times taken: 159, Average Score:50%
|  | Matthew Broderick - American Actor March 21 - Happy 60th Birthday, Matthew Broderick! Author: 0zero0 , Last Taken: 407 days 12 hrs 45 min 7 sec ago, Times taken: 292, Average Score:48.4%
|  | Napoleon Bonaparte - Part II March 20, 1815 - Napoleon returns to Paris after escaping his imprisonment on the isle of Elba. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 463 days 13 hrs 15 min 15 sec ago, Times taken: 116, Average Score:56.9%
|  | Glenn Close: American Film and Stage Actress March 19 - Happy 75th Birthday, Glenn Close! Author: 0zero0 , Last Taken: 473 days 12 hrs 28 min 12 sec ago, Times taken: 44, Average Score:59.3%
|  | Otto von Bismarck - German Statesman March 18, 1890 - Ott von Bismarck resigns as chancellor after 19 years in the position. Author: grant228 , Last Taken: 94 days 9 hrs 47 min 50 sec ago, Times taken: 284, Average Score:54.8%
|  | Brittany Daniel Happy Birthday Brittany Author: bill , Last Taken: 440 days 17 hrs 14 min 19 sec ago, Times taken: 4, Average Score:45%
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