1. | I was a Russian. I introduced several socio-economic reforms. I put an end to the Cold War, for which I won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1990. Who am I? |
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2. | I was born in Cairo, Egypt. I am well-known for my efforts to maintain peace between Israel and Palestine. In 1996, I became the President of the Palestinian Authority. Who am I? |
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3. | I was the founder of People's Republic of China. I built the Red Army. I played a key role in unifying China. My infamous 'Great Leap Forward' program was a great bane to the country and led to widespread starvation. I am worshipped in China till today. Who am I? |
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4. | I was born in Jerusalem. I succeeded Golda Meir as the Prime Minister of Israel. In 1994, I won the Nobel Peace Prize, which I shared with Yasser Arafat and Shimon Peres. I was assassinated by Yigal Amir in Israel. Who am I? |
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5. | I was a South African. I worked to put an end to apartheid (racial segregation) in South Africa. Initially, I did this in a non-violent manner, but later I declared war on the Government, and so I was sentenced to life imprisonment in 1964. However, in 1990 President Frederik Willem de Klerk released me, after which I won the first multiracial elections in South Africa and became the President again. Who am I? |
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6. | I was born in Cuba. I was the President of Cuban Republic. I improved the health facilities and the living conditions of the poor. I also promoted education. In 1961, I declared Cuba as a communist state. Who am I? |
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7. | I was an American. I was the President, as well as a popular Hollywood actor. I advocated Franklin D. Roosevelt's principles. I was a strong anti-communist. I reduced the taxes, consolidated the economy and strengthened the military. I also proposed the space-based defence system, popularly called 'Star Wars'. Who am I? |
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