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Quiz: USA History

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The First Thanksgiving at Plymouth, 1914, Pilgrim Hall Museum, Plymouth, Massachusetts

Quiz: USA History offers a sweeping journey through the pivotal moments that shaped the United States. From the early colonial days to the Revolutionary War, from the formation of the Union to the modern era, this quiz covers the breadth of American history. Assess your grasp of historical battles, constitutional amendments, presidential impacts, social movements, and more. Perfect for students, history buffs, and patriots looking to test their knowledge and celebrate the rich tapestry of America’s past. Engage with the stories that forged a nation’s identity and challenge your understanding of the U.S. heritage.

Quiz: USA History

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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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What name, taken from the port in Devon, England from where they had set sail, was given to the colony founded in Massachusetts in 1620 by the pilgrims?

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Which daughter of Chief Powhatan was the first Native American to be honoured on a U.S. postage stamp?

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Which state was acquired from France for $15,000,000 in 1803?

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Who was the fourth President of the U.S.A. from 1809-1817?

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Who was the second US President to be assassinated whilst in office, on September 19, 1881?

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Who is the only US President in history to serve two non-consecutive terms in office?

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About which President was Walt Whitman’s poem Oh Captain, My Captain written?

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

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What opened in Anaheim, California on July 17, 1955?

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Which Roman emperor famously "fiddled while Rome burned"?

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In which century did Alexander the Great live?

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Who was the first Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany)?

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What was the name of the settlement of colonists that grew up on the site of today's city of New York in the 17th century?

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Who is known as the 'Little Corporal' in French history?

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Which battle marked the end of Napoleon's rule as the French Emperor?

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Which event is often considered as the beginning of the Cold War?

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What does "Alea iacta est" mean in English?

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What was the name of the prince who accepted Christianity in Kievan Russia?

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In which year was the United States Constitution ratified?

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

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In what year was Julius Caesar born?

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

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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 the Inca Empire's capital?

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What was the name of the famous Soviet sniper who stood out in the Battle of Stalingrad?

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What does "Sic transit gloria mundi" mean in English?

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

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Who was the first Prime Minister of Australia?

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Which number president of the United States was Abraham Lincoln?

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