History Quiz
Empires, battles and turning points from ancient times to today.
- Questions per game
- 25
- Question pool
- 101
- Time per question
- 50s
- Difficulty
- Mixed
About this History quiz
The History quiz is a timed trivia game. Each game gives you 25 questions, picked at random from a pool of 101 History questions, so no two rounds are exactly the same. Every question has three answer options and one correct answer, and you have 50 seconds to choose. It is made for entertainment and quick learning: play a round, review the practice questions and answers on this page, then come back to beat your score.
What topics are included?
Travel through time with questions about ancient civilisations, great empires, world wars, freedom movements, famous leaders and the inventions that changed the world. History quizzes help you connect key dates and events, remember who did what, and understand how the past shaped the world we live in today.
What you'll learn
- Key facts, names and terms connected to History
- How to recall information quickly under time pressure
- Which areas you already know well and which are worth revising
- Surprising details you can share with friends and family
Who is this quiz for?
This quiz is for anyone who enjoys History trivia: students revising for school or competitive exams, quiz lovers looking for a quick daily brain workout, and fans who want to find out how much they really know. You can play on any phone, tablet or computer.
Difficulty level
Mixed. Questions range from easy warm-ups to tougher details, so every game has something for beginners and experts alike.
How scoring works
- 25 questions in every game.
- 50 seconds to answer each question.
- +20 points for a correct answer.
- −10 points for a wrong answer.
- Your first choice is final: answers cannot be changed.
- If the timer runs out, the game ends automatically.
- High scores appear on the History leaderboard.
History quiz questions and answers
20 practice questions from this category. Tap a question to reveal the correct answer and explanation.
1. Who was the first President of the United States?
- • Abraham Lincoln
- • Thomas Jefferson
- • George Washington
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Correct answer: George Washington
2. In which year did the USA declare independence?
- • 1776
- • 1804
- • 1750
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Correct answer: 1776
3. What is the capital of the United States?
- • Washington, D.C.
- • New York
- • Los Angeles
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Correct answer: Washington, D.C.
4. The Statue of Liberty was a gift from which country?
- • Spain
- • Britain
- • France
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Correct answer: France
5. How many states make up the USA?
- • 50
- • 52
- • 48
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Correct answer: 50
6. Which US city is nicknamed the “Big Apple”?
- • New York
- • Boston
- • Chicago
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Correct answer: New York
7. Mount Rushmore features the faces of how many US presidents?
- • Five
- • Three
- • Four
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Correct answer: Four
8. Who was the ancient Egyptian queen famous for her relationship with Julius Caesar?
- • Nefertiti
- • Cleopatra
- • Hatshepsut
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Correct answer: Cleopatra
9. The Great Wall was primarily built to defend which country?
- • Japan
- • China
- • Korea
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Correct answer: China
10. Which ship sank on its maiden voyage in 1912?
- • Titanic
- • Lusitania
- • Britannic
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Correct answer: Titanic
11. Who was the first man to step on the Moon?
- • Neil Armstrong
- • Buzz Aldrin
- • Michael Collins
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Correct answer: Neil Armstrong
12. The pyramids of Giza were built by which ancient civilisation?
- • Egyptians
- • Romans
- • Greeks
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Correct answer: Egyptians
13. World War II ended in which year?
- • 1945
- • 1918
- • 1939
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Correct answer: 1945
14. Who was the famous nurse known as the "Lady with the Lamp"?
- • Marie Curie
- • Mother Teresa
- • Florence Nightingale
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Correct answer: Florence Nightingale
15. Which empire was ruled by Julius Caesar?
- • Ottoman Empire
- • Greek Empire
- • Roman Empire
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Correct answer: Roman Empire
16. The Renaissance began in which country?
- • France
- • England
- • Italy
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Correct answer: Italy
17. Who painted the Mona Lisa?
- • Michelangelo
- • Raphael
- • Leonardo da Vinci
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Correct answer: Leonardo da Vinci
18. Who mainly authored the US Declaration of Independence?
- • Thomas Jefferson
- • Benjamin Franklin
- • John Adams
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Correct answer: Thomas Jefferson
19. In which year did World War II end?
- • 1944
- • 1946
- • 1939
- • 1945
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Correct answer: 1945
Why this answer is correct: The war ended in Europe in May 1945 and in the Pacific in September 1945.
20. Which ancient civilisation built Machu Picchu?
- • The Aztecs
- • The Maya
- • The Olmecs
- • The Inca
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Correct answer: The Inca
Why this answer is correct: The Inca built Machu Picchu in the Andes of Peru in the 15th century.
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History quiz FAQ
How many questions are in the History quiz?
Each game has 25 multiple-choice questions, picked at random from a pool of 101 History questions, so every round is a little different.
How does scoring work in the History quiz?
You earn 20 points for every correct answer and lose 10 points for a wrong one. You have 50 seconds per question, and your answer is locked in as soon as you choose it.
Is the History quiz free to play?
Yes. No real money is involved. Starting a game uses 20 virtual Gems, which are free in-game points you collect by playing and from the daily bonus.
Can I win real money?
No. Gems and points are virtual, have no cash value and cannot be exchanged for money. Game Gems is for entertainment and learning only.
How difficult is the History quiz?
Mixed. Questions range from easy warm-ups to tougher details, so every game has something for beginners and experts alike.
Where can I see the correct answers?
The practice questions on this page include their correct answers. During a game, the correct answer is shown after every question, together with an explanation whenever one is available.