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Questions

In 1967 Egyptian president ---------- closes Straits of Tiran to Israel.?

In 1972 Ceylon becomes Republic of ---------- as its constitution is ratified.?

In 1977 Final European scheduled run of the ---------- (94 years).?

In 1990 Rocky ---------- boxer, dies at 71, of heart failure.?

In 1430 Joan of Arc captured by ---------- who sold her to the English. ?