July 19 Weekly News Quiz: How many former US presidents survived assassination attempts?

July 19, 2024.

News Quiz: Every Friday, the weekly news quiz tests your knowledge of the latest current events stories. From the historic assassination attempt in the US and Trump’s VP to Wimbledon, the UEFA Euro, and the Copa America 2024, see how well you know what happened in this week’s news with the July 19 News Quiz.

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July 19, 2024, News Quiz (Current Events Trivia Game)

News Quiz: This quiz consists of 12 Multiple-choice general knowledge questions summarizing the week ending July 19 news headlines. There is no time limit. How smart are you this week?

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1. What significant event occurred just before Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential election?

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A major space launch by SpaceX

A shooting incident at a Trump rally

A cybersecurity breach at X

A major financial donation to a charity

Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential election shortly after the shooting incident at a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. Musk announced his endorsement approximately 30 minutes after the incident via his social media platform, X, expressing his support for Trump’s campaign and wishing him a rapid recovery.

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2. How many former US presidents survived assassination attempts?

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None

One

Two

Four

Two former US presidents survived assassination attempts: Theodore Roosevelt and Donald Trump. Roosevelt was shot in 1912 while campaigning for the presidency as a third-party candidate but survived and continued his speech. Donald Trump was also the target of an assassination attempt on July 13, 2024, during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. He was shot in the upper part of his right ear but was not severely injured.

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3. Which memoir brought Trump’s running mate, JD Vance, into the public spotlight?

Screenshot: Associated Press (youtube.com)

From Middletown to Washington

Midwest Memories

The Rust Belt

Hillbilly Elegy

JD Vance gained widespread recognition with his 2016 memoir “Hillbilly Elegy,” which explores his upbringing in rural Appalachia and the social challenges faced by the working class. This memoir played a significant role in his political prominence. A one-time Trump critic, his position as a 2020 election denier ultimately led to his selection as Donald Trump’s vice presidential running mate on July 15, 2024.

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4. What major change to the verification system on Elon Musk’s social media platform X led to EU regulatory issues?

AI Illustration: DALL-E

Allowing users to purchase blue checkmarks

Removal of all verification badges

Automatic verification of all accounts

Verifying only government officials

Elon Musk’s social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, faced EU regulatory issues after changing its verification system to allow users to purchase blue checkmarks. This new model, introduced after Musk acquired the platform in October 2022, misled users about account authenticity as it shifted from verifying notable figures to paid subscriptions. On July 12, 2024, the European Commission’s investigation found this practice deceptive and violating the Digital Services Act, which regulates online content and transparency. X now faces potential fines and operational changes to comply with EU regulations.

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5. What does it mean when a trial in the US is dismissed with prejudice?

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The defendant is found guilty but not punished.

The case is permanently closed and cannot be filed again.

The case can be retried with new evidence.

The trial is moved to a different jurisdiction.

When a trial in the US is dismissed with prejudice, the case is permanently closed and cannot be refiled or retried in the future. This ruling was the outcome of Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial related to the “Rust” shooting incident. On July 12, 2024, Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer dismissed the charges against Baldwin with prejudice, preventing any future legal actions for the same charges. The decision came after the defense successfully argued Baldwin’s reliance on film professionals for gun safety and highlighted procedural errors.

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6. Which team has won the most UEFA European Championship titles in history?

Screenshot: EURO 2024 via Optus Sport (youtube.com)

Germany

France

Spain

Italy

Spain holds the record for the most UEFA European Championship titles in history, with their fourth win coming in the Euro 2024 final against England on July 14, 2024. This historic victory at the Olympiastadion in Berlin showcased Spain’s dominance in European football, having never lost a match during Euro 2024.

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7. Who scored the winning goal for Argentina in the 2024 Copa America final?

Screenshot: 2024 Copa América / FOX Soccer  (youtube.com)

Lionel Messi

Paulo Dybala

Ángel Di María

Lautaro Martínez

Lautaro Martínez scored the decisive goal in the 112th minute of extra time, leading Argentina to a 1-0 victory over Colombia in the 2024 Copa America final. This win marked Argentina’s 16th Copa America title, reinforcing their dominance in the tournament’s history. Despite sustaining a leg injury during the match, Lionel Messi continued to play.

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8. What is Carlos Alcaraz known for achieving before turning 21?

Screenshot: Wimbledon 2024 (youtube.com)

Becoming the youngest player to win multiple Grand Slam titles

Winning the US Open three times

Defeating Rafael Nadal in the French Open final

Winning Wimbledon as the youngest player ever

Carlos Alcaraz, at 20, has already become the youngest player to win multiple Grand Slam titles, including his second Wimbledon title on July 14, 2024, defeating Novak Djokovic.

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9. What pioneering radio show helped make Ruth Westheimer a household name?

Screenshot: CBS Sunday Morning  (youtube.com)

Love Line

Sexually Speaking

The Dr. Ruth Show

Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby

“Sexually Speaking” was the groundbreaking radio show that launched Ruth Westheimer, also known as Dr. Ruth, into fame. Debuting in 1980 on WYNY-FM in New York City, the show featured candid discussions about sex and relationships, demystifying these topics for the general public. Dr. Ruth’s approachable style and expert knowledge made her a beloved figure and pioneer in sexual education. She passed away on July 12, 2024.

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10. Who played Brenda Walsh and Prue Halliwell on TV in the 90s?

Screenshot: ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ via TODAY (youtube.com)

Shannen Doherty

Tori Spelling

Alyssa Milano

Jennie Garth

Shannen Doherty was the actress behind Brenda Walsh on “Beverly Hills, 90210” and Prue Halliwell on “Charmed.” Born April 12, 1971, Doherty became a beloved TV figure in the 1990s. She continued to impact her fans with her brave public battle with cancer, which she openly shared to raise awareness. Doherty passed away on July 13, 2024.

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11. What was Richard Simmons’ specialty?

Screenshot: CBS Sunday Morning (youtube.com)

A Hollywood actor known for his action movie roles

A famous chef on a popular cooking show

A politician who served as a California senator

A fitness guru known for his aerobic videos

Richard Simmons was a beloved fitness guru renowned for his energetic personality and popular aerobic workout series “Sweatin’ to the Oldies.” Born July 12, 1948, Simmons dedicated his life to making fitness accessible and fun. He died on July 13, 2024.

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12. What character will Jamie Campbell Bower reprise in the final season of “Stranger Things”?

Screenshot: Stranger Things / Netflix

Will Byers

Mike Wheeler

Vecna/Henry Creel

Billy Hargrove

Jamie Campbell Bower is set to return as Vecna/Henry Creel in the final season of “Stranger Things.” This character, introduced as the main antagonist in Season 4, will continue to pose a significant threat to Eleven and her friends. The highly anticipated Season 5, currently in production, promises to deliver an epic conclusion to the series, wrapping up Hawkins’ story and the Upside Down.

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The July 19 News Quiz (VIDEO)

12 current-events questions and fun facts based on the July 19 news headlines in 9 minutes. Test yourself: How many can you answer?

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This Week’s Questions (printable)

Here are some of the July 19 news quiz current-events questions:

• How many former US presidents survived assassination attempts?
• Which team has won the most UEFA European Championship titles in history?
• Who scored the winning goal for Argentina in the 2024 Copa America final?
• What is Carlos Alcaraz known for achieving before the age of 21?
• Who played Brenda Walsh and Prue Halliwell on TV in the 90s?

The PDF includes all this week’s general trivia questions and answers on separate pages for the contestants and the quiz MC. It’s perfect for your next pub quiz or trivia night.

Download the July 19 News Quiz FREE Weekly PDF here.

Sources

We cross-checked our facts with reputable news outlets, research centers, and NGOs. These current-events articles inspired the July 19 news quiz, and we recommend them for weekend reading.

• What happened at the Trump rally? A look at the assassination attempt from start to finish (CNN Politics)
• Musk Endorsement: Elon Musk Endorses Trump, Moments After Shooting at His Rally (nytimes.com)
• JD Vance: Trump has picked a mini-me offering red meat to his Maga base (The Guardian)
• ‘Rust’ movie set shooting trial: Why the involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin was dismissed (CNN)

• EU VS Musk: Musk’s X Slammed by EU for Its Deceptive ‘Blue Check’ Assurances on Content (Bloomberg)
• Wimbledon 2024: Carlos Alcaraz blows past Novak Djokovic to retain Wimbledon title (The Guardian)
• UEFA Euro 2024: Sublime Spain strikes late to win record fourth Euro crown (Reuters)

• Copa America: How Argentina, Lionel Messi lifted a third-straight title with Copa America victory against Colombia (nytimes.com)
• Shannen Doherty Dead: The ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ Actress Was 53 (people.com)
• Richard Simmons: His Radical Promise: Exercise Is for Everybody (nytimes.com)

• Ruth Westheimer: The Sex Therapist Known as Dr. Ruth, Dies at 96 (nytimes.com)
• Stranger Things: Season five teaser excites fans of the Netflix show (bbc.com).

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