US History Quizzes, Questions & Answers

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Edmonds AP Pre 2010-11

Edmonds AP Pre 2010-11 quiz assesses key historical events and concepts in US history, focusing on constitutional compromises, social movements, and legislative actions. It aids in preparing for AP exams by evaluating...

Questions: 80 | Attempts: 257 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
The "Three-Fifths Compromise" originally contained in the Constitution referred to the

Proportion of states permitted to practice slavery

Rate at which one slave counted toward congressional representation

Number of African Americans who could vote

Number of adult women who could vote

Number of American Indians allowed citizenship

APUSH Unit 1 Practice Test

Ready to tackle the early chapters of American history? Our APUSH Unit 1 Practice Test is your key to conquering the first unit of AP US History! This comprehensive quiz covers the essential events, people, and concepts...

Questions: 57 | Attempts: 22112 | Last updated: Nov 18, 2024

Sample Question
According to the religious philosophy of John Calvin and his followers

Women and men were saved by faith alone.

God controlled who would receive salvation.

Humans should accept their faith and merely exist on earth.

Humans had total control over their destinies.

Hell did not exist.

US History Chapter 3 Quiz

As we move further into our U.S. History quiz series, we crank things up a notch with Native Americans, the invention of interchangeable parts and women’s roles in early 1800s all being addressed in this one.

Questions: 6 | Attempts: 762 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
How did Native American migration differ from that of white Americans?

Most Native Americans migrated after being forced from their land.

Most Native Americans migrated south instead of West.

Most Native Americans migrated to reclaim their homelands, not to explore.

Most Native Americans migrated to cities along the Atlantic coast.

The US History Trivia Questions!

This quiz will assess your knowledge of United States history knowledge, Take this quiz and learn more about it now!

Questions: 50 | Attempts: 228 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
How did mining change over time?

Individual miners working independent claims took over claims abandoned by large corporations.

Large mines owned by corporations took over independent claims worked by individual miners.

As barbed wire became available, mines were pushed into smaller and smaller areas until they went out of business.

Mining became more profitable after Native Americans were restricted to living on reservations.

How Much Do You Already Know About US History?

This is a quiz to see how much you ALREADY know about US History before we get started with 8th grade Social Studies!

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 601 | Last updated: Sep 3, 2024

Sample Question
Who was the President BEFORE Barack Obama?

Bill Clinton

George W. Bush

Sarah Palin

John Edwards

The History Of Rhode Island Quiz

The History of Rhode Island Quiz

Explore the origins and unique aspects of Rhode Island through this engaging quiz. Learn about its founding in 1636 by Roger Williams, its pioneering guarantee of freedom of worship, and notable firsts in U.S. history that...

Questions: 19 | Attempts: 228 | Last updated: May 21, 2025

Sample Question
Rhode Island was founded by:

Buddy Cianci

Roger Williams

Anne Hutchinson

William Bradford

None of the above

US History 2 Chapter 18 Quiz

Topics such as Theodore Roosevelt’s policies, American imperialism and American support for the Cuban revolt away in this next quiz on U.S. History. How have you been doing so far? Keep it up with this one!

Questions: 5 | Attempts: 297 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
European nations colonized Africa in the late 1800s because of its

Military locations

Economic strength

Proximity to Europe

Resources and markets

US History 1 Chapter 10 Quiz

We’ll be dealing with the failed Compromise of 1850, the Fugitive Slave Act, Dred Scott and the events that led to secession in this quiz on U.S. History. Think you know your stuff? There’s only one way to find out!

Questions: 5 | Attempts: 354 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
The failed Compromise of 1850 was successfully re-presented by

Daniel Webster

John C. Calhoun

Stephen Douglas

Henry Clay

History Of Monroe, Louisiana Quiz

History of Monroe, Louisiana Quiz

How much d you know about the history of Monroe, Louisiana? Would you like to try this quiz? Concerning this quiz, you will need to be aware of what year the first train arrived in Monroe, what castle was built in 1814 for...

Questions: 29 | Attempts: 143 | Last updated: Aug 9, 2024

Sample Question
In what year, did the first train arrive in Monroe?

1870

1861

1905

1793

Gershman's US History Quiz

Welcome to Gershman's US History Quiz, a comprehensive tool designed to test your knowledge of the significant events, figures, and developments that have shaped the United States. This quiz spans the breadth of American...

Questions: 20 | Attempts: 78 | Last updated: Jun 17, 2024

Sample Question
Which Supreme Court Case decided that white people should be separated from people of color, but everything must be equal, as seen in train cars?

Brown v. Topeka Board of Education

Plessy v. Ferguson

Miranda v. Gideon

Mendez v. Westminister

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