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What is the location of the White House?

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Washington, D.C.

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What is the significance of the White House?

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Official residence and workplace of the President of the United States, symbol of U.S. government.

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What is the official residence of the President of France?

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Élysée Palace

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Where is the Élysée Palace located?

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Paris, France

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What historic event marked the Élysée Palace as the presidential residence?

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French Revolution

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What is the Kremlin?

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A fortified complex that includes the official residence of the President of Russia.

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Where is the Kremlin located?

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Moscow, Russia

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What does the Kremlin symbolize?

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Russian political power.

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What is Rashtrapati Bhavan?

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The official residence of the President of India.

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Where is Rashtrapati Bhavan located?

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New Delhi, India

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What is notable about the architecture of Rashtrapati Bhavan?

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It is one of the largest residences of a head of state globally.

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What is the Casa Rosada?

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The executive mansion and office of the President of Argentina.

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Where is Casa Rosada located?

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Buenos Aires, Argentina

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What color is the Casa Rosada known for?

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Pink

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What is the Chancellery in Germany also known as?

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Bundeskanzleramt

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What is the significance of the Chancellery?

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It is the official office of the Chancellor of Germany.

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Where is the Blue House located?

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Seoul, South Korea

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What is the architectural feature that gives the Blue House its name?

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Blue-tiled roofs.

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What is Palácio da Alvorada?

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The official residence of the President of Brazil.

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Where is Palácio da Alvorada located?

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Brasília, Brazil

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Who designed Palácio da Alvorada?

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Oscar Niemeyer

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What is Rideau Hall?

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The official residence of the Governor General of Canada.

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Where is Rideau Hall located?

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Ottawa, Canada

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What role does Rideau Hall serve?

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Used for ceremonial events and state functions.

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What is Ak Saray also known as?
White Palace
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Where is Ak Saray located?
Ankara, Turkey
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What does Ak Saray symbolize?
Turkey's modern political structure.
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True or False: Each of these government buildings serves only as a residence for the leader.
False
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What common role do these iconic buildings serve in addition to being residences?
They symbolize the government and often hold historical significance.