On This Day Quiz: September 24
Which of the following events happened on September 24, 1789?
- On September 24, 1789, the U.S. Congress' first act was passed, the Judiciary Act of 1789, establishing the federal court system and creating the position of Attorney General.
In what year did the Discovery Channel first air on September 24?
- The Discovery Channel made its debut on cable television on September 24, 1986.
Which famous composer was born on September 24, 1755?
- Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the most celebrated composers of all time, was born on September 24, 1755, in Bonn, Germany.
On September 24, 1960, which African country gained independence from France?
- On September 24, 1960, Mali declared its independence from France, becoming the first of several African countries to do so that year.
Which of the following films premiered on September 24, 1994?
- "Pulp Fiction" is right. The iconic film directed by Quentin Tarantino premiered on September 24, 1994, at the New York Film Festival.
In what year did the first episode of "The Big Bang Theory" air on September 24?
- The popular sitcom "The Big Bang Theory" premiered on CBS on September 24, 2008.
On September 24, 1996, what did the Comprehensive NuclearTestBan Treaty aim to do?
- The Comprehensive NuclearTestBan Treaty, signed on September 24, 1996, aimed to prohibit all nuclear weapons testing worldwide.
Which famous athlete broke the record for most career home runs on September 24, 1974?
- On September 24, 1974, Hank Aaron hit his 715th career home run, breaking Babe Ruth's longstanding record.
Which of the following countries celebrates Heritage Day on September 24?
- September 24 is celebrated as Heritage Day in South Africa, a national holiday that celebrates the country's cultural diversity.
In what year did the United Nations adopt the Sustainable Development Goals on September 24?
- On September 24, 2015, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals, a set of 17 goals aimed at ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity for all.
