8th Grade American History Quizzes, Questions & Answers

Spark curiosity and test your child’s 8th grade American History knowledge with our engaging quizzes! Read more

Top Trending American History Quizzes


A quiz on tidbits of American history to 1865, inspired by the Dictionary of Cultural Literarcy and prepared in preperation for the FSOT. Many obvious historical items (e.g. Johnny Appleseed, Daniel Boone, etc) skipped.

Questions: 39  |  Attempts: 526   |  Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
  • Sample Question
    A series of laws, passed during the presidency of John Adams at the end of the 18th century, that sought to restrict the public activities of radicals that sympathized with the French Revolution and were anti-Federalist.
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

Explore the rich history and impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in this engaging quiz. Test your knowledge on their origins, famous alumni, and unique attributes.

Questions: 13  |  Attempts: 1575   |  Last updated: Jan 13, 2025
  • Sample Question
    What does HBCU stand for?
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

Causes of the American Revolution trivia quiz. The American Revolution was a time where the American fought for their independence from the British. One of the boiling points that led to this was an increase in taxes for the...

Questions: 15  |  Attempts: 919   |  Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
  • Sample Question
    Which colonial political slogan is expressed by the quotation "we...will not hold ourselves bound by any laws in which we have no voice."
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

7th grade level - First half of year: Discovery of America, Being a British Colony, Culture, and Gov.

Questions: 15  |  Attempts: 286   |  Last updated: Oct 2, 2025
  • Sample Question
    How could culture best be described?
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

What do you know about the American Revolution? Would you like to try this quiz? The ideological and political revolution occurred in North America between 1765 and 1783. The thirteen colonies crushed the British in the...

Questions: 45  |  Attempts: 267   |  Last updated: Aug 22, 2025
  • Sample Question
    By the 1750s, leading up to the French and Indian War, the colonies had: Choose all that apply
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

Popular American History Quizzes


The American Revolution is a very important part of our history. Learning about this history shows us the story of how the American colonies fought their way against British monarchy and their aristocracy. How ready are you...

Questions: 16  |  Attempts: 7000   |  Last updated: Oct 23, 2025
  • Sample Question
    Common Sense was written to
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

This 8th grade history review quiz covers key aspects of American history, including the Second Continental Congress, Andrew Jackson's presidency, and the Seneca Falls Convention. It assesses understanding of pivotal events and...

Questions: 10  |  Attempts: 2599   |  Last updated: Mar 10, 2025
  • Sample Question
    Which of the following men attended the Second Continental Congress?
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

How much do you know about 'Manifest destiny'? This term is coined in 1845 in the United States for the settlers who were destined to expand across North America. Many Democrats proposed their view but some renowned...

Questions: 14  |  Attempts: 1957   |  Last updated: Mar 8, 2025
  • Sample Question
    What did the U.S originally want from France?
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

Explore the history of immigration to the United States with our Ultimate quiz on Immigration. Assess your knowledge of factors influencing immigration, conditions during travel, and the processing at Ellis and Angel Islands....

Questions: 30  |  Attempts: 1266   |  Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
  • Sample Question
    Which of the following was NOT a pull factor drawing immigrants to the US in the late 1800s?
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button
    Radio Button

Recent American History Quizzes