8th Grade American History Quizzes, Questions & Answers
Recent American History Quizzes
This quiz tests your knowledge of the major milestones and key players involved in the Westward Expansion of the 1800s. You'll answer questions about important journeys like the Oregon Trail, significant events such as the...
Questions: 35 | Attempts: 318 | Last updated: Jun 13, 2025
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Sample QuestionThe capital of Georgia has changed five times in the history of the state. In what two directions has the capital city moved?
This Commonwealth Game quiz 2013 focuses on the historical events related to Kentucky during the War of 1812. It assesses knowledge on casualties, county namesakes, and notable figures, enhancing understanding of Kentucky's...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 86 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
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Sample QuestionIn the War of 1812, which raged from 1812 to 1815, which state suffered the most casualties?
Explore the historical journey of human and European interactions with North America over 10,000 years. This quiz covers early glaciations, the arrival of Paleo-Native Americans, European explorers, and the impact of diseases on...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 70 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025
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Sample QuestionRI was covered by thick icy glaciers how long ago
Answer the following questions using all of the information that you know
Questions: 19 | Attempts: 238 | Last updated: Mar 18, 2025
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Sample QuestionAccording to the Declaration of Independence, where does government get its power?
This initial quiz for Mr VanAlstyne's US History class assesses students on accessing resources, understanding course requirements, and analyzing historical documents. It ensures readiness for engaging with US History from 1850...
Questions: 8 | Attempts: 327 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhere can a student in US History access the textbook?
Take this quiz to see how much you know about the immigrant waves!
Questions: 6 | Attempts: 424 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
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Sample QuestionWhen was the Old Immigrant Wave?
Explore the American colonial period in the Philippines with questions on key laws, historical events, and figures like Macario Sakay.
Questions: 5 | Attempts: 1008 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
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Sample QuestionPetsa kung kailan sumiklab ang digmaang Pilipino-Amerikano
Note the that the colony type is HIGHLIGHTED and CAPITALIZED
DISTINGUISH between SETTLEMENT & COLONIES.
Questions: 26 | Attempts: 878 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025
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Sample QuestionIn the Great Migration, 1500 puritans settled in this COLONY. England was dominated by the King’s Church called the Church of England or Anglican. Religious freedom did not exist. A group calling themselves the Separatist wanted to leave The Puritans wanted to remain Anglican in England by reforming the Church. The King rejected these reform attempts and persecuted the Puritans. Led by John Winthrop the Puritans formed the New England Company. With a Royal Charter they set sail for the Americas in their quest for religious freedom. Ironically, the puritans did not tolerate other views other than their own. The colony was known as “the city upon a hill”..for all to see.
This American Revolution Test Practice evaluates understanding of early American history, focusing on events like the Stamp Act, Boston Massacre, and more. It assesses knowledge of colonial reactions to British policies,...
Questions: 27 | Attempts: 4555 | Last updated: Oct 3, 2025
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Sample QuestionBefore 1763, The American colonies had been
Welcome to the journey through the rich tapestry of American history! The history of America is quite interesting if you look at it from the outside. This country has gone through a lot to be the superpower it is currently, from...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 103 | Last updated: Mar 19, 2025
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Sample QuestionWho was the African American leader known for his role in promoting civil rights through nonviolent civil disobedience and delivering the famous "I Have a Dream" speech during the March on Washington in 1963?
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