American History Quizzes, Questions & Answers
Recent American History Quizzes
Embark on a whirlwind tour through American history with our 'America in a Nutshell: History Trivia Quiz.' From the Founding Fathers to key historical events, this quiz compresses the nation's complex narrative into...
Questions: 20 | Attempts: 286 | Last updated: Apr 7, 2025
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Sample QuestionIn Lincoln's second inaugural address, he _____________________.
This quiz titled 'Colonial America and Review' assesses knowledge on early American colonies, focusing on key figures, geographical regions, and historical events in North Carolina and Jamestown. It evaluates understanding of...
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 89 | Last updated: Dec 1, 2023
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Sample QuestionWho was responsible for bringing tobacco to Jamestown and making it economically successful?
Explore the origins of America through 'A quiz about Jamestown'. Assess your knowledge on the first successful English colony, the pivotal tobacco economy, the House of Burgesses, and critical events like the Starving Time and...
Questions: 13 | Attempts: 380 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionWhat English colony mysteriously disappeared?
This quiz assesses knowledge on key events and figures of the American Revolution, including pivotal battles, influential writings, and foundational speeches. It is designed to reinforce understanding of America's struggle for...
Questions: 21 | Attempts: 200 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionWho said "Give me liberty or give me death!"?
The Chapter 5 U.S. History Quiz assesses knowledge on pre-Revolutionary America, focusing on colonial self-governance, acts without representation, and the economic impacts of the French and Indian War. It highlights pivotal...
Questions: 9 | Attempts: 362 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023
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Sample QuestionBefore 1763, the American colonies were mostly
This is a quiz on Chapters 1of American Pageant. Be sure to read the question carefully
FOR EACH QUESTION, 4 CHOICES WILL BE GIVEN. CHOOSE THE ANSWER CHOICE THAT IS NOT TRUE.
Questions: 10 | Attempts: 3689 | Last updated: Aug 29, 2023
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Sample QuestionThe Shaping of North America: FOR EACH QUESTION, 4 CHOICES WILL BE GIVEN. CHOOSE THE ANSWER CHOICE THAT IS NOT TRUE.
Test how much you've learned about Thomas Paine from your reading!
Questions: 6 | Attempts: 769 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionWho was the Founding Father that helped Thomas Paine to emigrate to the Americas?
Welcome back to our series of quizzes regarding AP US History, as we dive into this incredible textbook quiz and take a look at topics like shifting cultivation, the Royal African Company, slave colonies and...
Questions: 23 | Attempts: 510 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023
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Sample QuestionShifting cultivation is otherwise known as
In honor of Independence Day, the editors at The Dallas Morning News put together a quiz on the Declaration of Independence. Take the quiz and test your knowledge of our country's founding document. (SOURCES: About.com,...
Questions: 20 | Attempts: 6238 | Last updated: Jul 4, 2024
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Sample QuestionWhat is the first word of the declaration?
Explore key aspects of Manifest Destiny through this engaging trivia quiz. Assess your knowledge on historical events like the Wounded Knee Massacre, the role of trail cowboys, and the Amistad incident. Ideal for learners...
Questions: 19 | Attempts: 95 | Last updated: Mar 19, 2023
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Sample QuestionWhat was a TRAIL COWBOY called?