American History Quizzes, Questions & Answers

Recent American History Quizzes

Explore key educational and societal changes in America post-Civil War. This quiz covers the evolution of school access, the impact of landmark cases like Plessy v. Ferguson, and the formation of pivotal groups like the NAACP. It...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 65 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
Why did most children not go to high school?

They had to stay home and raise the family

They are afraid of the teachers' harsh punishments.

They couldn't read or write

Trivia: A History Of People Of The United States!

Trivia: A History of People of the United States!

Explore pivotal moments in U.S. history through the lens of Native American experiences. This quiz assesses understanding of treaties, reservations, and the impact of U.S. expansion on Native American tribes, highlighting key...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 118 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
What is a reservation in Social Studies terms?

A time that you secure to get a spot at a restaurant.

A special place Native Americans went happily to remain safe.

A place Native Americans were forced to live rather than roam free.

A place white settlers lived, usually in the plains.

Chapter 6 - Social Studies

This quiz in Chapter 6 - Social Studies explores key aspects of the Middle Colonies in American colonial history, focusing on geographical advantages, colonial formation, documents of self-government, Native American relations,...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 194 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
Which of these geographical advantages most helped the Middle Colonies become known as the "breadbasket" colonies?

Fertile soil

Deep harbors

Long rivers

Tropical climate

APUSH Quarterly (Test 2)

The APUSH Quarterly (Test 2) assesses knowledge on key historical events and policies in early American history. It covers topics such as republican motherhood, the Whiskey Rebellion, the Stamp Act crisis, Hamilton's financial...

Questions: 41 | Attempts: 209 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
After the revolution, the concept of 'republican motherhood" suggested that

A) women would be responsible for raising their children, especially their sons, to be virtuous citizens of the young republic

B) voting would soon become a privelage granted to educated and/or married women

C) the first duty of mothers was to serve the needs of government

D) wives and mothers would be welcome in the emerging political parties

E) women's virtues had been the inspiration for the ideals of the Revolution

We're Gonna Have A Revolution!

We're Gonna Have a Revolution!

Class quiz, 10 questions, for beginning study of the American Revolution.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 350 | Last updated: Jan 4, 2023

Sample Question
Which country fought against the Colonies in the American Revolution?

France

Spain

Great Britain

United States

The First Thanksgiving Quiz: What Was IT Like?

The First Thanksgiving Quiz: What Was It Like?

Embark on an interesting historical journey with our "The First Thanksgiving Quiz. Do you know what it was like? Test your knowledge of this pivotal event that shaped American traditions. Explore the details of that iconic...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 138 | Last updated: Mar 28, 2024

Sample Question
Based on the selection, what does the word 'congregate' mean?

Hope for

Come together

Love and adore each other

Help each other

4th Grade Social Studies - Chapter 5

4th grade Social Studies - chapter 5

This 4th grade Social Studies quiz covers key aspects of Colonial America, focusing on the Puritans in Massachusetts Bay, economic motivations in the Connecticut River valley, and governance in the New England Colonies. It...

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 169 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
What was the main reason that the Puritans started the Massachusetts Bay Colony?

To live according to their religious beliefs

To set up a democratic government

To mine for gold and silver

To build missions and ranches

History Test Prep. Chp. 7

This History Test Prep focuses on the American Revolution, assessing understanding of key battles, strategies, and figures like George Washington. It evaluates the significance of events like the Battle of Saratoga and the roles...

Questions: 22 | Attempts: 278 | Last updated: Mar 7, 2025

Sample Question
At the beginning of the war the main American strength was

A large supply of guns and bullets.

An able and inspiring leader in George Washington.

A large and powerful army.

An army of well-trained militia volunteers.

Exam 2 (Ch. 7-12)

Exam 2 (Ch. 7-12) assesses understanding of key legislative and economic developments in colonial America, focusing on Whig views on monarchy, mercantilism, the Navigation Acts, and the concept of virtual representation.

Questions: 50 | Attempts: 104 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
How did radical Whigs feel about monarchy?

Whigs thought it would do good for society.

Whigs had nothing to do with monarchy.

Whigs feared the threat to liberty posed by the arbitrary power of monarchy

Whigs was completely against it and thought it would ruin America

American History Part 3 - America: The Story Of US Rebels

American History Part 3 - America: The Story of us Rebels

American History Unit Test Covering: 1. America Before Columbus 2. Europe & The America's 3. Franciso Pizarro & The Inca's 4. America - The Story of us Rebels 5. The Thirteen Colonies 6. Creation of America

Questions: 37 | Attempts: 138 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
On May ___, 120 years after Columbus, shiploads of businessmen are travelling to the New World.

1611

1982

1512

1610

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