Dive into the Epic History Quiz and tackle 20 unique questions each time you play, with new ones drawn from our extensive database. Prove your historical expertise by answering more than 18 questions correctly, and you’ll earn a downloadable PDF of History Chronicles Magazine Vol 1. Start the quiz now and see if you can rise to the challenge!

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Julius Caesar's civil war was primarily against which figure?

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Which of the following Greek architectural orders features volutes in the capital and a base?

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How many terms did Abraham Lincoln serve as President?

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In which century did Alexander the Great live?

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Do you know which artist is the author of the painting "The Harvest"?

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Which ship dropped anchor near the tip of Cape Cod on November 21 1620 after a ten-week voyage from the Old World?

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Who was the god of death and the afterlife in Ancient Egyptian mythology?

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In which year was the Berlin Wall built, separating East and West Berlin?

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Who was the Native American woman who assisted Lewis and Clark on their expedition?

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Which continent was the former Inca Empire located on?

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The Library of Alexandria was considered one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. Who is traditionally thought to have founded it?

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When did Simon Bolivar die?

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Which event marked the start of the Great Depression?

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What was the name of the alliance formed by Greek city-states to resist the Persians in the Second Persian War?

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In what year was Julius Caesar born?

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Who was the last Inca Emperor that was killed by the Spaniards in 1533?

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Which North American country is known for its Mayan culture?

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In which state was Abraham Lincoln born?

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Where did General Robert E. Lee surrender to General Ulysses S. Grant, effectively ending the Civil War?

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Which political party did Abraham Lincoln belong to when he was elected President?

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Historical Challenge: Can You Conquer the Past?

Answer more than 18 questions correctly, and you will win a copy of History Chronicles Magazine Vol 1! Take our interactive history quiz now and put your knowledge to the test!

History Quiz

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What was the family name of the dynasty that ruled Byzantium from 1081-1185 A.D.?

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Who was the first European to sail into New York Harbor?

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What was Lincoln's main profession before entering politics?

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Which Viking king became the first ruler of a unified England in 1016?

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What was the US policy of preventing the spread of communism known as?

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The photograph features one of the most significant works of Islamic calligraphy, created in the 9th and 10th centuries, and is kept in the Metropolitan Museum. Do you know by which name this work is known?

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World War II started with Germany attacking which country?

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Which King of England had six wives?

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What was the name of the Inca Empire's capital?

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Which German emperor was the namesake for the operation to attack the USSR?

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How many terms did Abraham Lincoln serve as President?

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What did Robert E. Lee do after the Civil War?

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What date is considered the start of World War II?

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What is the meaning of "Per aspera ad astra" in English?

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Robert E. Lee was married to Mary Anna Custis Lee. Who was she the great-granddaughter of?

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What number president was Abraham Lincoln?

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The First Triumvirate was a political alliance between Julius Caesar, Pompey, and whom else?

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Which famous philosopher was Alexander the Great's tutor?

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Along with Washington, Jefferson, and Lincoln, who is the fourth President carved into Mount Rushmore?

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Which famous Viking king unified Norway in the late 9th century?

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