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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What was the name of the Viking settlement in Newfoundland, Canada, believed to be established by Leif Erikson?

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Which number president of the United States was Abraham Lincoln?

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Which number president of the United States was Abraham Lincoln?

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Name one of the battles fought by Alexander the Great.

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

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How many of the seven ancient wonders of the world have been lost?

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Which empire did Alexander the Great aim to conquer but never fully did?

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

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In the days before European colonists arrived at the site of today's city of New York, what was the name of the Indian tribe that lived there?

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Who was the first Prime Minister of Australia?

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What was the primary reason for the Senate's opposition to Caesar?

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What writing system did the Ancient Egyptians use?

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What is the English translation of "In vino veritas"?

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Which Viking explorer founded the first Norse settlements in Greenland?

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When were the first British colonies established in Australia?

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

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What is the name of the largest pyramid in Egypt?

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What was Robert E. Lee's position in the Confederate Army?

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Julius Caesar played a significant role in the conquest of Gaul. How long did the Gallic Wars last?

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What is the English translation of "Semper fidelis"?

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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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In what year was John F. Kennedy assassinated?

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Which Native American leader led the fight against the United States during the Seminole Wars?

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In which country did the USSR intervene in 1968?

 

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Where was Alexander the Great born?

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Which famous pharaoh had over 100 children and reigned for 66 years?

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Which battle marked the end of the Gallic Wars?

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Who was the French King during the French Revolution?

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Which number president of the United States was Abraham Lincoln?

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The Reconquista refers to:

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Which piece of legislation prohibited racial segregation in public places in the United States?

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Who famously sang "Happy Birthday" to JFK at Madison Square Garden in 1962?

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Who was the commander of the Union Army from March 1864 to the end of the Civil War?

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

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

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On which date was Richard III killed in battle?

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Who was the last Muslim ruler of Granada, effectively ending the Reconquista?

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Who was the president of the United States during World War II?

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

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Which empire did Alexander the Great aim to conquer but never fully did?

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Which emperor was known for his philosophical writings, particularly "Meditations"?

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