History Marathon

Are you ready for another trivia marathon? This time, we will take you back in history, as we make our way through some of the great events and even greater historical figures of the past. Do you know enough to beat our marathon and reach the end? Let's find out!
 
 
Welcome to Level 1!
LET'S GO!
 
 
Let's start you off easy... Who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean?
Amelia Earhart
Bessie Coleman
Harriet Quimby
Jacqueline Cochran
 
 
In which war was the Battle of Trafalgar fought?
The Napoleonic Wars
The American Revolutionary War
The Seven Years' War
World War I
 
 
What was the Silk Road primarily used for during the Middle Ages?
Trade and cultural exchange
Agricultural purposes
Religious pilgrimage
Military campaigns
 
 
Who was known as the "Mad Monk" in Russian history?
Rasputin
Vladimir Lenin
Peter the Great
Ivan the Terrible
 
 
Who founded the Mongol Empire?
Genghis Kha
Kublai Khan
Tamerlane
Batu Khan
 
 
Welcome to Level 2!
LET'S GO!
 
 
Which country was the first to grant women the right to vote in 1893?
New Zealand
France
United Kingdom
Sweden
 
 
The Treaty of Paris, which ended the American Revolutionary War, was signed in what year?
1783
1776
1732
1805
 
 
The Battle of Midway was a turning point in which war?
World War II
The Korean War
The Vietnam War
World War I
 
 
Which of these empires did not have a written language?
The Inca Empire
The Ottoman Empire
Mayan empire
The Persian Empire
 
 
The African kingdom of Zulu was primarily located in which modern-day country?
South Africa
Nigeria
Sudan
Ethiopia
 
 
Welcome to Level 3!
LET'S GO!
 
 
Who was the first ruler of the Roman Empire?
Julius Caesar
Augustus Caesar
Nero
Constantine
 
 
The ancient Library of Alexandria was located in which country?
Greece
Italy
Egypt
Turkey
 
 
Which European explorer reached India by sea in 1498?
Vasco da Gama
Christopher Columbus
Ferdinand Magellan
Marco Polo
 
 
Which Chinese dynasty completed the majority of the construction of the Great Wall of China?
Han Dynasty
Ming Dynasty
Qing Dynasty
Tang Dynasty
 
 
The ancient city of Carthage was located in present-day:
Egypt
Greece
Tunisia
Italy
 
 
Welcome to Level 4!
LET'S GO!
 
 
Who was the president of the United States during the purchase of Alaska?
Andrew Johnson
Abraham Lincoln
Ulysses S. Grant
Rutherford B. Hayes
 
 
The Magna Carta was signed in what year?
1215
1066
1415
1348
 
 
Which civilization is known for the creation of the Code of Hammurabi?
The Babylonians
The Egyptians
The Sumerians
The Hittites
 
 
What was the main purpose of the Lewis and Clark expedition in the United States?
To explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory
To find a water route to the Pacific Ocean
To establish trade with Native American tribes
To map the West Coast of North America
 
 
Which African kingdom was known for its wealth and trade in gold and salt?
The Mali Empire
The Kingdom of Kongo
The Kingdom of Zimbabwe
The Kingdom of Axum
 
 
Welcome to Level 5!
LET'S GO!
 
 
Who was the first Emperor of unified China in 221 BC?
Emperor Wu of Han
Emperor Taizong of Tang
Emperor Qin Shi Huang
Emperor Gaozu of Han
 
 
Who was the last Emperor of Russia?
Nicholas II
Alexander III
Peter the Great
Ivan the Terrible
 
 
The ancient city of Troy is located in which modern-day country?
Turkey
Egypt
Italy
Malta
 
 
Who was the first female Pharaoh of ancient Egypt?
Hatshepsut
Nefertiti
Cleopatra
Sobekneferu
 
 
Who was the ruler of England during the Spanish Armada's attempted invasion in 1588?
Queen Elizabeth I
Queen Victoria
King James I
King Henry V
It's too early to quit!
So you stumbled—a minor hiccup in the grand scheme of things. The path to historical mastery is filled with its share of pitfalls and challenges, but it's those very obstacles that make the journey worthwhile. Shake off that misstep and jump back in; you've barely scratched the surface...
Almost there, don't give up now!
Wow, you've come incredibly close to crossing the finish line! Your journey through our challenging sections reveals an impressive grasp of history. Don't let that one mistake hold you back; you're almost there. Get back in the game!
You Made It!
Congratulations, you've done it! You've successfully navigated the labyrinth of history and emerged victorious. Your stellar performance reveals not just an aptitude for history, but an in-depth understanding of the its myriad intricacies. From knowing about great events to great historical figures, you've proven your mettle. Revel in your accomplishment; you've earned it. The title of 'Master Historian' is no small feat, and you wear it well. We tip our hat to you!
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