Test Quiz On US History
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What city in the U.S. is nicknamed the "Air-Capital of the World"?
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Wichita, KS
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Atlanta, GA
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Seattle, WA
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Los Angeles, CA
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Explore pivotal moments in American history with this engaging quiz. Test your knowledge on historical events, figures, and states that shaped the nation. Ideal for students and history enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of the U. S. Historical landscape.
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Who was the first U.S. President of the 20th Century to deliver the State of the Union address in person?
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Franklin Roosevelt
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Calvin Coolidge
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Woodrow Wilson
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Theodore Roosevelt
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A. Woodrow WilsonExplanation
Woodrow Wilson was the first U.S. President of the 20th Century to deliver the State of the Union address in person. Wilson broke the tradition of previous presidents who had sent a written report to Congress. In 1913, he decided to deliver the address in person, setting a new precedent. Wilson believed that this direct communication with Congress would allow for a more effective and persuasive delivery of his policy agenda. This practice has continued ever since, with every subsequent president delivering the State of the Union address in person.Rate this question:
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What state was the first to have a written constitution?
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Connecticut
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Virginia
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New York
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Rhode Island
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A. ConnecticutExplanation
Connecticut was the first state to have a written constitution. The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut, adopted in 1639, served as the first written constitution in the American colonies. This document established a framework for government and outlined the powers and responsibilities of the government officials. Connecticut's written constitution set a precedent for other colonies and later influenced the drafting of the United States Constitution.Rate this question:
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What state did the Battle of Pea Ridge take place in?
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Tennessee
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Georgia
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Arkansas
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Virginia
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A. ArkansasExplanation
The Battle of Pea Ridge took place in Arkansas.Rate this question:
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Where was Jefferson Davis captured by Union troops?
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Durham, NC
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Appomattox, VA
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Irwinville, GA
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Richmond, VA
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A. Irwinville, GAExplanation
Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War, was captured by Union troops in Irwinville, Georgia. This event took place on May 10, 1865, about a month after General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union General Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox, Virginia. Davis was attempting to escape and evade capture when he was found hiding in a makeshift camp near Irwinville. His capture marked a significant moment in the final stages of the Civil War and the collapse of the Confederacy.Rate this question:
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What was Jimmy Hoffa's middle name?
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Millhouse
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Riddle
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John
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Nelson
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A. RiddleExplanation
Jimmy Hoffa's middle name was Riddle.Rate this question:
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In addition to Missouri, which state was admitted into the Union as part of the Missouri Compromise?
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Arkansas
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Wisconsin
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Mississippi
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Maine
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A. MaineExplanation
Maine was admitted into the Union as part of the Missouri Compromise. The Missouri Compromise was an agreement passed in 1820 that allowed Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state and Maine as a free state, in order to maintain a balance between slave and free states. This compromise also established a line, known as the 36°30' parallel, where slavery would be prohibited in future territories north of that line. Therefore, Maine's admission as a free state was a key component of the Missouri Compromise.Rate this question:
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Who did not command troops at the Battle of Pea Ridge?
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Earl Van Dorn
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Stand Watie
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Schofield
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Fremont
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A. FremontExplanation
Fremont did not command troops at the Battle of Pea Ridge. The question is asking for the person who did not have a role in commanding troops during the battle. Earl Van Dorn, Stand Watie, and Schofield were all involved in commanding troops at the Battle of Pea Ridge, but Fremont did not have any command responsibilities during the battle.Rate this question:
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Who was the Captain of the USS Arizona when it was sank at Pearl Harbor?
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Thomas Anders Pocella
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Franklin Von Falkenberg
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Jeremy Anderson
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Oliver Hazard Perry
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A. Franklin Von FalkenbergExplanation
Franklin Von Falkenberg was the Captain of the USS Arizona when it was sunk at Pearl Harbor.Rate this question:
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What took the lives of over half of the Plymouth settlers during the first year in America?
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Starvation
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Plague
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Smallpox
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Typhoid
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Who was the first governor of the Plymouth Colony?
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William Bradford
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Miles Standish
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John Carver
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John Smith
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A. John CarverExplanation
John Carver was the first governor of the Plymouth Colony. He was a key figure in the establishment of the colony and played a crucial role in its early years. Carver was elected as governor in 1620 and served until his death in 1621. He helped negotiate the Mayflower Compact, which established a democratic form of government for the colony. Carver's leadership and dedication to the success of the Plymouth Colony make him the correct answer to this question.Rate this question:
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What year did the Boston Tea Party take place?
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1773
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1776
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1775
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1774
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A. 1773Explanation
The correct answer is 1773. The Boston Tea Party was a political protest that took place on December 16, 1773. It was a significant event in the American Revolution, where a group of American colonists, disguised as Mohawk Indians, boarded three British ships and dumped chests of tea into the Boston Harbor. This act of protest was in response to the Tea Act imposed by the British government, which the colonists saw as a violation of their rights and a form of taxation without representation.Rate this question:
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Who was the Speaker of the House who was brought down primarily through the efforts of Newt Gingrich?
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Tip O'Neal
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Jim Wright
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Tom Foley
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Dick Gephardt
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A. Jim WrightExplanation
Jim Wright was the Speaker of the House who was brought down primarily through the efforts of Newt Gingrich. Jim Wright served as the Speaker from 1987 to 1989, but his tenure was marred by a series of ethics violations. Newt Gingrich, who was a Republican congressman at the time, led the charge against Wright, accusing him of several ethical breaches, including violating House rules on outside income and improper acceptance of gifts. Gingrich's efforts eventually led to Wright's resignation as Speaker of the House in 1989, making him the first Speaker to resign in over 80 years.Rate this question:
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Who was the only civilian killed in the Battle of Gettysburg?
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Mary Surrat
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Jenny Wade
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Polly Smith
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Sally Gates
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A. Jenny WadeExplanation
Jenny Wade is the correct answer because she was the only civilian killed during the Battle of Gettysburg. She was a 20-year-old resident of Gettysburg and was baking bread for Union soldiers when she was struck by a stray bullet and killed. Her death has made her a symbol of civilian casualties during the Civil War.Rate this question:
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Which came first during the Truman administration?
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The 80th Congress
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The Taft Hartley Act
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The Marshall Plan
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The Truman Doctrine
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A. The Truman DoctrineExplanation
During the Truman administration, the Truman Doctrine came first. The Truman Doctrine was announced in 1947 and outlined the United States' policy of providing economic and military aid to countries threatened by communism. This policy was a response to the growing influence of the Soviet Union and marked a significant shift in American foreign policy. The 80th Congress, the Taft Hartley Act, and the Marshall Plan were all important events and policies during the Truman administration, but they occurred after the announcement of the Truman Doctrine.Rate this question:
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