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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Lycurgus of Athens, a famous philosopher and orator, is among other things known as someone who successfully managed?

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What does "Alea iacta est" mean in English?

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Which Native American tribe was involved in the Wounded Knee Massacre of 1890?

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In which year was Napoleon exiled to Saint Helena?

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The last Inca emperor was assassinated in 1533, but resistance to the Spanish continued for several decades. In which year was the last Inca stronghold conquered, ending the stubborn resistance of the once-great empire?

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What does "Tempus fugit" mean in English?

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Who was the first to be Governor of Hong Kong?

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In which year was Robert E. Lee born?

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The photograph features a statue known as "William" or "William the hippopotamus", the unofficial mascot of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in the US. Do you know to which ancient civilization this statue belonged?

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When did Simon Bolivar die?

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From around 3,000 B.C., Memphis was the first capital of which ancient civilization?

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In what year was Julius Caesar born?

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What was the given name of the hugely popular first wife of Juan Perón, leader of Argentina?

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In what year was Abraham Lincoln first elected as President of the United States?

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Which significant cultural artifact was discovered during Napoleon's expedition to Egypt?

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Where was Abraham Lincoln assassinated?

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

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Do you know how many exhibits are housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art?

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Which country was divided into communist and non-communist regions at the 38th parallel after World War II?

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

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What was the name of Alexander the Great's father?

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When was NATO founded?

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What was the capital city of Ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom?

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On which two Japanese cities did the U.S. drop atomic bombs in August 1945?

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Which famous speech did Abraham Lincoln deliver on November 19, 1863?

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What was the name of John F. Kennedy’s wife?

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Which foreign crisis is often considered the most dangerous confrontation of the Cold War during JFK’s presidency?

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Which Native American code talkers were instrumental in World War II?

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Which Norse goddess was associated with love, fertility, and battle?

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What space program did JFK famously support during his presidency?

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The Reconquista refers to:

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What is the meaning of "Amor vincit omnia" in English?

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What was Lincoln's main profession before entering politics?

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To where did Roald Amundsen lead a successful expedition in 1911?

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What is the name of the largest pyramid in Egypt?

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

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Who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln?

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On which date was Richard III killed in battle?

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What does the Latin phrase "Carpe diem" mean in English?

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