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Throughout the years, we have been learning more and more each day about how the world came to be the way it is today. Think you know your general history knowledge? Take the quiz to find out!
Whose assassination started the First World War?
Archduke Ferdinand
Archduke Franz Ferdinand's assassination started the First World War, along with a few other factors. The First World War started in July of 1914.
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Sir Isaac Newton
Which river was Ancient Egypt built along?
The Nile River
Ancient Egypt was built along the Nile River. The river was extremely important to the civilization as they were able to use it to their advantage to grow crops.
The Amazon River
The Mississippi River
The Yellow River
When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
1776
The Declaration of Independence was signed in the year of 1776. Although Independence Day is celebrated on July 4th, the Declaration was actually signed a month later!
2000
490 B.C.
1947
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What city was the Parthenon built in?
Athens
The Parthenon was built in the city of Athens. The temple was built to honor the goddess Athena. Remains of the temple still remain today.
Paris
London
Rome
How did Attila the Hun pass away?
In battle
Old age
From a nosebleed
Attila the Hun suffered from a severe nosebleed which cause him to choke to death. The warrior passed away on the night of his wedding.
A disease
Who was the first King of Ancient Rome?
Romulus
Romulus was the first King of Ancient Rome. Along with his twin brother Remus, the two founded the city of Rome. The two were later depicted on a coin.
Lucius
Ancus
Tullus
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How long was the Hundred Years' War?
1,000 years
15 years
116 years
The Hundred Years' War lasted for 116 years. It started in the 1300's with England and France. It involved countless battles that took place in many different areas.
Less than one
Which of the following historical figures once had the Mona Lisa hanging on their wall?
Napoleon
Napoleon once had the Mona Lisa hanging on his wall. He loved the painting and hung it in his bedroom. It was later installed at the Louvre where it still hangs today.
William Shakespeare
George Washington
Alexander the Great
What is the oldest known civilization in the world?
The Incan Civilization
The Chinese Civilization
The Roman Civilization
The Mesopotamian Civilization
The Mesopotamian Civilization is the oldest known civilization in the world. Although it is the oldest that we know of, it is likely that there were older civilizations as well that we still don't know about.
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Who invented the Printing Press?
Johannes Gutenberg
Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press. Gutenberg's invention of the printing press was revolutionary, making it easier to write, copy and document everything.
Sir Isaac Newton
Galileo Galilei
Leonardo da Vinci
Who was the First President of the United States?
Barack Obama
Ronald Reagan
George Washington
George Washington was the First President of the United States. He took his position in office on April 30, 1789 and he was in office until 1797.
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Who was the first person to come to America?
Leif Erikson
Leif Erikson was the first person to come to America. Columbus only reached the country years after Leif Erikson and the Vikings.
Galileo Galilei
Alexander the Great
Romulus
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Who taught Alexander the Great?
Plato
Ptolemy
Marcus Aurelius
Aristotle
Aristotle taught Alexander the Great. They stayed in close contact, even after Alexander took his role, and used what Aristotle had taught him throughout his life.
What was Anne Boleyn arrested for?
Murder
Theft
Adultery
Anne Boleyn was arrested for adultery. She was also arrested for witchcraft and incest as well. She was later executed for her crimes.
Nothing
What happened to the city of Pompeii?
It was covered in ash
The city of Pompeii was covered in ash after a massive volcanic eruption nearby. The city was largely preserved under the ash and the ruins still stand today.
It was destroyed during the war
It was hit by a large hurricane
It was frozen during the Ice Age
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What was the shortest war in history?
The Anglo-Zanzibar War
The Anglo-Zanzibar War was the shortest war in history. The United Kingdom fought the Zanzibar Sultinate and the war only lasted for 38 minutes!
World War II
The Civil War
World War I
Who is the longest reigning monarch in history?
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth II is the longest reigning monarch in history. She has been Queen for more than 64 years, after being crowned in June of 1953.
William III
James II
Charles II
What was the largest bird to ever exist?
A Swan
The Argentavis Magnificens
The Argentavis Magnificens was the largest bird to ever exist. The bird had a wingspan of over 19 feet and it existed during the time of the dinosaurs.
An Emu
An Ostrich
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How many plays did William Shakespeare write?
38
William Shakespeare wrote 38 plays during his lifetime. Some of his best-known plays include "Hamlet", "Romeo and Juliet" and "Macbeth."
100
12
1,028
How old is the Oregon Mushroom?
100 years old
2 years old
Over one billion years old
Over 2,400 years old
The Oregon Mushroom is over 2,400 years old. It is the largest living organism in the world and it covers a massive amount of area surrounding it.
Who designed the current American flag?
Robert G. Heft
Robert G. Heft designed the current American flag. He created the flag for a school project and submitted it for consideration of the United States flag.
Zeng Liansong
Annie Dorrington
Anthony George
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How many soldiers died during the American Civil War?
625,000
Over 625,000 soldiers died during the American Civil War. The number is higher than any of the other wars in American history.
1,000,000
103
None
Where were the oldest human remains found?
Morocco
The oldest human remains were found in Morocco. The remains are from about 300,000 years ago and they have changed what we think we knew about our ancestors.
Russia
China
Greece
What was the Rosetta Stone used for?
Building houses
Building a computer program
The translation of hieroglyphics
When the Rosetta Stone was found in 1799, it was used to translate Egyptian hieroglyphics. The stone has a few different languages on it, including Greek.
Decoration
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Who was the first person to go to space?
Neil Armstrong
Chris Hadfield
Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin
Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin was the first person to go to space. He was from Russia and he was also the first man to orbit the planet.
Jim Lovell
What was Ramsses II famous for?
He was a pharaoh
Ramesses II was the third pharaoh of ancient Egypt. During his reign, he had seven wives and more than 100 children who he depicted as statues.
He was a figure from Greek Mythology
He was a famous criminal
He was an activist
Who was the leader of the Nazi Party?
Adolf Hitler
Adolf Hitler was the leader of the Nazi Party. He became a dictator that led the country of Germany to the Holocaust. Countless people suffered during the time of his leadership and many continue to feel the impact, even today.
Clyde Barrow
Osama Bin Laden
Billy the Kid
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What animal was dangerous during medieval times?
Pigs
Pigs were dangerous during medieval times. Many people at this time kept pigs that were used for meat and there were even trials held for the pigs who behaved badly.
Wolves
Deer
Dogs
Who wrote "The Communist Manifesto?"
Karl Marx
Karl Marx wrote "The Communist Manifesto." Friedrich Engels is also one of the writers credited on the document which was written in 1848.
George Washington
William Shakespeare
Leonardo da Vinci
Who contributed to starting the Second Punic War?
Hannibal
Hannibal contributed to starting the Second Punic War. He led his army to attack Rom,e although he never found success on his mission.
Romulus
Alexander the Great
Queen Elizabeth
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What does the word "Renaissance" mean?
Knowledge
Power
Happiness
Rebirth
The word "Renaissance" means "rebirth." The Renaissance was a time period where some of the greatest art in history was created.
Where was Marie Antoinette born?
Rome
London
Paris
Vienna
Marie Antoinette was born in Vienna, Austria. She later became the Queen of France and lived happily at the Palace of Versailles, until being convicted of incest, among other crimes.
Who was the Great Pyramid of Giza built for?
Cheops
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built for the pharaoh Cheops. It was meant to serve as the pharaoh's tomb after his passing. Two other pyramids were built nearby as well.
Akhenaten
Thutmose I
Neferkahor
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Who was the commander of the ship called "Judith"?
Sir Francis Drake
Sir Francis Drake was the commander of a ship called "Judith." Sir Francis Drake went to Africa, where he was involved in illegal slave trading.
Alexander the Great
Christopher Columbus
Leif Erikson
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