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Who Is Known for Creating the First Light Bulb?
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Thomas Edison
2
Alexander Graham Bell
3
Albert Einstein
4
Nikola Tesla
Thomas Edison is credited with inventing the first practical and long-lasting electric light bulb in 1879.
Which Explorer Is America Named After?
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Amerigo Vespucci
2
Christopher Columbus
3
Ferdinand Magellan
4
Hernán Cortés
America is named after Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci, who realized the New World was not part of Asia.
What War Ended in 1945?
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World War II
2
Korean War
3
Vietnam War
4
World War I
World War II ended in 1945, bringing a close to the global conflict after six years of fighting.
Which Ancient Civilization Invented the Wheel?
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Greeks
2
Egyptians
3
Sumerians
4
Romans
The ancient Sumerians of Mesopotamia invented the wheel around 3500 BCE, revolutionizing transportation and technology.
Which Country Gifted the Statue of Liberty to the U. S.?
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France
2
Canada
3
Germany
4
England
France gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States in 1886 as a symbol of friendship and freedom.
What Ancient Civilization Built the Famous City of Rome?
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Romans
2
Egyptians
3
Greeks
4
Persians
The ancient Romans built the city of Rome, which became the heart of one of history’s greatest empires.
What Native American Woman Famously Helped Early Colonists and Later Married John Rolfe?
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Pocahontas
2
Sacagawea
3
Gertrude Simmons
4
Nanyehi
Pocahontas helped early English colonists in Jamestown and later married settler John Rolfe, fostering peace for a time.
The Great Pyramid of Giza Was Built in Which Country?
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India
2
Greece
3
Sudan
4
Egypt
The Great Pyramid of Giza was built in ancient Egypt and remains one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
What Was the Name of the Space Mission That First Landed Humans on the Moon?
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Mercury 1
2
Apollo 9
3
Gemini 4
4
Apollo 11
Apollo 11 was the NASA mission that first landed humans on the Moon in 1969, with Neil Armstrong aboard.
Who Helped Slaves Escape on the Underground Railroad?
1
Sojourner Truth
2
Harriet Tubman
3
Rosa Parks
4
Susan B. Anthony
Harriet Tubman helped hundreds of enslaved people escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad’s secret network.
Who Invented the Telephone?
1
Benjamin Franklin
2
Alexander Graham Bell
3
Nikola Tesla
4
Thomas Edison
Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1876, revolutionizing communication with the first device to transmit speech.
What Was the Name of the Viking Ships Used for Exploring and Raiding?
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Ocean liners
2
Sea chariots
3
War canoes
4
Longships
The Vikings used longships—sleek, fast vessels designed for exploring, trading, and raiding across Europe’s rivers and seas.
What Ancient City Was Buried Under Volcanic Ash in 79 AD?
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Athens
2
Babylon
3
Rome
4
Pompeii
The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was buried under volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD.
Which Famous Woman Sewed the First Flag of the United States of America, According to Legend?
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Betsy Ross
2
Abigail Adams
3
Harriet Tubman
4
Martha Washington
According to legend, Betsy Ross sewed the first American flag with thirteen stars arranged in a circle.
Who Was President During the United States Civil War?
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George Washington
2
Theodore Roosevelt
3
Thomas Jefferson
4
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was president during the Civil War and is known for preserving the Union and ending slavery.
What Civilization Is Known for Creating Democracy?
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Greeks
2
Persians
3
Egyptians
4
Romans
Ancient Athens is known for developing the first form of direct democracy, where citizens voted on laws themselves.
Who Was the Famous Macedonian King Who Conquered Much of the Known World by Age 30?
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Alexander the Great
2
Genghis Khan
3
Julius Caesar
4
Hammurabi
Alexander the Great was the Macedonian king who created a vast empire stretching from Greece to India by age 30.
Who Was the Powerful Female Ruler of Ancient Egypt?
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Catherine the Great
2
Athena
3
Cleopatra
4
Joan of Arc
Cleopatra was a powerful queen of ancient Egypt known for her intelligence, political skill, and dramatic life story.
What Was the Name of the Ancient Trade Route Between China and Europe?
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Spice Path
2
Gold Road
3
Silk Road
4
Tea Trail
The Silk Road was the ancient trade route connecting China and Europe, used for exchanging goods, ideas, and culture.
The Boston Tea Party Was a Protest Against Which Tax?
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Tea Tax
2
Stamp Tax
3
Cotton Tax
4
Sugar Tax
The Boston Tea Party protested the Tea Act, which allowed Britain to tax tea without American colonial representation.
Which U. S. Holiday Commemorates the End of Slavery?
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Juneteenth
2
Labor Day
3
Independence Day
4
Veterans Day
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., marking when news of freedom reached Texas in 1865.
In What Country Did the Renaissance Begin?
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England
2
France
3
Italy
4
Spain
The Renaissance began in Italy during the 14th century, sparking a cultural revival in art, science, and learning.
What War Was Fought Between the North and South Regions of the United States?
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War of 1812
2
Spanish-American War
3
Revolutionary War
4
Civil War
The Civil War was fought between the North and South over slavery, states’ rights, and the future of the Union.
What Was the Main Language of the Roman Empire?
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Italian
2
Arabic
3
Greek
4
Latin
Latin was the main language of the Roman Empire and influenced many modern languages like Spanish, French, and Italian.
Which Ancient Civilization Is Credited With Inventing the Olympic Games?
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Egyptians
2
Greeks
3
Romans
4
Phoenicians
The ancient Greeks invented the Olympic Games, first held in Olympia around 776 BCE to honor the god Zeus.
What Is the Name of the Native American Woman Who Helped Lewis and Clark?
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Squanto
2
Pocahontas
3
Sacagawea
4
Sitting Bull
Sacagawea was a Shoshone woman who helped guide and translate for the Lewis and Clark expedition.
Who Was the British Queen During Much of the 19th Century?
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Queen Anne
2
Queen Victoria
3
Mary Queen of Scots
4
Elizabeth I
Queen Victoria ruled Britain for most of the 19th century, overseeing a vast empire during the Victorian Era.
What Was the Name of the First Successful English Colony in America?
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Roanoke
2
New Amsterdam
3
Charleston
4
Jamestown
Jamestown, founded in 1607 in Virginia, was the first successful English colony in what became the United States.
What Empire Was Ruled by Pharaohs?
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Persian Empire
2
Egyptian Empire
3
Roman Empire
4
Chinese Empire
Ancient Egypt was ruled by pharaohs, who were considered both political leaders and gods in human form.
Which Famous Event Began When Gold Was Discovered in 1848 on the West Coast of the USA?
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The Oregon Trail
2
The Dust Bowl
3
The Trail of Tears
4
The Gold Rush
The California Gold Rush began in 1848, drawing thousands west in search of fortune and transforming the region forever.
Which Explorer Sailed Around the World First, Though He Didn’t Survive the Trip?
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Leif Erikson
2
Marco Polo
3
Ferdinand Magellan
4
Vasco da Gama
Ferdinand Magellan led the first expedition to sail around the world, though he died before the journey was completed.
What Invention Is Johannes Gutenberg Most Famous for?
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Clock
2
Compass
3
Telescope
4
Printing press
Johannes Gutenberg is most famous for inventing the printing press, which revolutionized access to books and knowledge in Europe.
Who Is Famous for Saying “Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death! ”?
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Paul Revere
2
John Hancock
3
Patrick Henry
4
Benjamin Franklin
Patrick Henry famously declared “Give me liberty, or give me death!” to inspire resistance against British rule.
Which Powerful Empire Was Based in Present-Day Mexico Before the Spanish Arrived?
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Machu Picchu
2
Aztec
3
Inca
4
Maya
The Aztec Empire thrived in present-day Mexico before the Spanish arrived, known for its advanced cities and warrior culture.
What Ancient Greek Philosopher Taught Alexander the Great?
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Aristotle
2
Socrates
3
Plato
4
Pythagoras
Aristotle, one of history’s greatest philosophers, was the tutor of Alexander the Great during his youth in Macedonia.
What Was the Ancient City Known for Its Hanging Gardens, One of the Seven Wonders?
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Troy
2
Carthage
3
Thebes
4
Babylon
Babylon was the ancient city famed for its Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Which U. S. President Is on the Penny?
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Thomas Jefferson
2
George Washington
3
Abraham Lincoln
4
John Adams
Abraham Lincoln is featured on the penny, honoring his legacy as the 16th president who led during the Civil War.
What Ancient Writing System Used Pictures and Symbols in Egypt?
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Alphabet
2
Hieroglyphics
3
Cuneiform
4
Kanji
Hieroglyphics was the writing system of ancient Egypt, using pictures and symbols to record stories, laws, and history.
The Taj Mahal Was Built in Which Country?
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Turkey
2
Iran
3
Pakistan
4
India
The Taj Mahal was built in India as a stunning white marble mausoleum by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife.
What Ancient City Is Known for the Legendary Trojan War?
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Troy
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Rome
3
Athens
4
Babylon
The ancient city of Troy is known for the legendary Trojan War, famously told in Homer’s epic, the Iliad.
What Invention Helped Ancient Sailors Find Direction at Sea?
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Compass
2
Sextant
3
Astrolabe
4
Hourglass
The magnetic compass helped ancient sailors navigate the seas by showing direction using Earth’s magnetic field.
Which Empire Is Known for Its Terracotta Army?
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Gupta Empire
2
Qin Dynasty
3
Byzantine Empire
4
Ottoman Empire
The Qin Dynasty in ancient China is known for its Terracotta Army, built to guard Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb.
Where Did the Pilgrims Land in 1620?
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Jamestown
2
Boston
3
New York
4
Plymouth Rock
The Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock in present-day Massachusetts, where they established one of the first colonies.
What Country Did the U. S. Fight in the Revolutionary War?
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Germany
2
Spain
3
France
4
England
The United States fought Great Britain in the Revolutionary War to gain independence from British rule.
The Colosseum, an Ancient Sports Arena, Is Located in Which Modern-Day Country?
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Italy
2
Greece
3
Spain
4
Turkey
The Colosseum is located in modern-day Italy and was used in ancient Rome for gladiator battles and public events.
Which Famous Wall Divided East and West Berlin After World War II?
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Great Wall
2
Iron Curtain
3
Berlin Wall
4
Freedom Wall
The Berlin Wall divided East and West Berlin from 1961 to 1989, symbolizing the Cold War’s separation of ideologies.
Which US President Made the Louisiana Purchase?
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Thomas Jefferson
2
James Monroe
3
John Adams
4
Andrew Jackson
Thomas Jefferson made the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, doubling the size of the United States for just $15 million.
What Famous Structure in England Was Built Over 4,000 Years Ago From Giant Stones?
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Hadrian’s Wall
2
The Parthenon
3
Windsor Castle
4
Stonehenge
Stonehenge is the prehistoric monument in England built over 4,000 years ago, still mysterious in purpose and construction.
Which Famous Conqueror Spread Greek Culture Across Asia, Africa, and Europe?
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Nero
2
Xerxes
3
Julius Caesar
4
Alexander the Great
Alexander the Great spread Greek culture across Asia, Africa, and Europe during his vast military conquests in the 4th century BCE.
What Famous Speech Begins With “Four Score and Seven Years Ago…”?
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I Have a Dream
2
Farewell Address
3
The Gettysburg Address
4
Emancipation Proclamation
The Gettysburg Address, delivered by Abraham Lincoln in 1863, begins with “Four score and seven years ago…”
Which Famous Leader Crossed the Alps With Elephants to Fight Rome?
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Spartacus
2
Hannibal
3
Scipio
4
Nero
Hannibal, the Carthaginian general, famously crossed the Alps with elephants to launch a surprise attack on Rome.
Who Was the Famous Scientist From Italy Who Supported the Idea That Earth Orbits the Sun?
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Leonardo da Vinci
2
Galileo Galilei
3
Isaac Newton
4
Archimedes
Galileo Galilei was the Italian scientist who supported the heliocentric theory, proving that Earth orbits the Sun.
What City Did Helen of Troy Supposedly Come From in Greek Mythology?
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Rome
2
Athens
3
Delphi
4
Sparta
In Greek mythology, Helen of Troy was said to come from Sparta, where she was queen before the Trojan War.
What Powerful Empire Ruled Over Much of the Middle East and Was Known for Its Grand Palaces and Sultans?
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Mongol Empire
2
Byzantine Empire
3
Ottoman Empire
4
Roman Empire
The Ottoman Empire ruled much of the Middle East for centuries and was famous for its sultans and grand architecture.
Which Ancient Civilization Is Credited With Developing One of the First Systems of Writing Called Cuneiform?
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Greeks
2
Sumerians
3
Chinese
4
Egyptians
The Sumerians of ancient Mesopotamia developed cuneiform, one of the world’s first writing systems, using wedge-shaped marks on clay tablets.
What Type of Government Did the Pharaohs of Egypt Have?
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Republic
2
Oligarchy
3
Theocratic Monarchy
4
Democracy
Pharaohs ruled ancient Egypt through a theocratic monarchy, where the leader was considered both a king and a living god.
What Famous Tower Was Originally Built as a Bell Tower but Leans Due to Unstable Ground?
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Big Ben
2
Tower of London
3
Leaning Tower of Pisa
4
Eiffel Tower
The Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy was built as a bell tower but leans because of its unstable foundation.
Who Was the Famous Military Leader and Emperor of France in the Early 1800s?
1
Julius Caesar
2
Napoleon Bonaparte
3
Louis XIV
4
Charlemagne
Napoleon Bonaparte was the famous French military leader who became emperor and conquered much of Europe in the early 1800s.
What River Was Essential to the Growth of Ancient Egyptian Civilization?
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Nile
2
Tigris
3
Yangtze
4
Amazon
The Nile River provided fertile land, transportation, and resources, making it essential to the rise of Ancient Egypt.
What Large Stone Statues Are Found on Easter Island?
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Moai
2
Sphinxes
3
Totems
4
Obelisks
The moai are massive stone statues carved by the Rapa Nui people to honor important ancestors and leaders.
Which Famous Chinese Philosopher Emphasized Kindness and Respect for Family?
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Sun Tzu
2
Laozi
3
Buddha
4
Confucius
Confucius taught the importance of kindness, respect for elders, and strong family loyalty in Chinese society.
What Invention Allowed Early Humans to Settle and Form Civilizations?
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Chariots
2
Farming
3
Compass
4
Iron tools
The development of agriculture allowed early humans to grow food, settle in one place, and build civilizations.
What Deadly Disease Killed Millions in Europe During the Middle Ages?
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Yellow Fever
2
Typhoid
3
Black Death
4
Spanish Flu
The Black Death, a devastating plague, killed millions across Europe during the 14th century.
Who Was the Main God Worshiped by the Ancient Greeks as the King of the Gods?
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Poseidon
2
Apollo
3
Hermes
4
Zeus
Zeus was the king of the Greek gods, ruling over the sky, thunder, and all other deities on Mount Olympus.
What Ancient Civilization Is Known for Inventing Paper?
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Greeks
2
Romans
3
Chinese
4
Egyptians
The ancient Chinese invented paper during the Han Dynasty, revolutionizing communication, record-keeping, and education worldwide.
Which Famous Structure Was Originally a Tomb for an Ancient Queen in India?
1
Sphinx
2
Taj Mahal
3
Great Pyramid
4
Angkor Wat
The Taj Mahal was built in India as a stunning white marble tomb for Emperor Shah Jahan’s beloved wife.
Who Is Famous for Painting the Ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
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Raphael
2
Michelangelo
3
Donatello
4
Leonardo da Vinci
Michelangelo painted the magnificent ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, showcasing scenes from the Bible in breathtaking detail.
What Was the Name of the Legendary City Searched for by Spanish Explorers, Said to Be Made of Gold?
1
Babylon
2
Atlantis
3
Shangri-La
4
El Dorado
El Dorado was the legendary city of gold that Spanish explorers desperately sought during their expeditions in the Americas.
Who Is Credited With Founding Islam?
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Muhammad
2
Buddha
3
Moses
4
Jesus
The Prophet Muhammad is credited with founding Islam after receiving divine revelations from Allah in the 7th century.
What Was the Capital of the Byzantine Empire?
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Alexandria
2
Carthage
3
Constantinople
4
Athens
Constantinople was the capital of the Byzantine Empire, known for its wealth, culture, and strategic location between continents.
What Civilization Is Famous for Inventing the 365-Day Calendar?
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Aztec
2
Roman
3
Egyptian
4
Greek
The ancient Egyptians created the 365-day calendar to track the Nile’s flooding and organize their agricultural activities.
Who Was the First Emperor of Rome?
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Julius Caesar
2
Augustus Caesar
3
Nero
4
Hadrian
Augustus, originally named Octavian, became the first emperor of Rome after defeating rivals and ending the Roman Republic.
Which Warrior People Lived in Japan and Followed a Code Called Bushido?
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Vikings
2
Mongols
3
Spartans
4
Samurai
The samurai were elite Japanese warriors who followed Bushido, a strict code of honor, loyalty, and discipline.
What South American Civilization Was Conquered by Francisco Pizarro?
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Maya
2
Aztec
3
Olmec
4
Inca
The Inca Empire, known for its vast territory and advanced engineering, was conquered by Francisco Pizarro in 1533.
The Famous City of Petra, Carved Into Rock Cliffs, Is Located in Which Modern-Day Country?
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Greece
2
Saudi Arabia
3
Egypt
4
Jordan
Petra, the ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs, is located in modern-day Jordan.
What Did Ancient People Use to Write on in Egypt?
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Papyrus
2
Wood
3
Clay
4
Metal
Ancient Egyptians wrote on papyrus, an early form of paper made from the papyrus plant found along the Nile.
What Ancient Civilization Built Machu Picchu High in the Andes Mountains?
1
Inca
2
Maya
3
Aztec
4
Olmec
The Inca civilization built Machu Picchu as a royal estate high in the Andes Mountains of Peru.
Who Is Known for Creating a Code of Laws in Ancient Mesopotamia?
1
Julius Caesar
2
Ramses II
3
Hammurabi
4
Socrates
King Hammurabi of Babylon is famous for creating one of the world’s first written legal codes, Hammurabi’s Code.
Which Explorer Is Famous for Finding a Sea Route Around Africa to India?
1
Hernán Cortés
2
Vasco da Gama
3
Ferdinand Magellan
4
Marco Polo
Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese explorer, found a sea route around Africa to India, boosting global trade connections.
What Was the Name of the Empire Ruled by Cyrus the Great?
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Roman Empire
2
Ottoman Empire
3
Persian Empire
4
Greek Empire
Cyrus the Great founded and ruled the Persian Empire, one of the largest and most influential empires in history.
Who Became Famous for Defending France During the Hundred Years' War?
1
Catherine de Medici
2
Marie Antoinette
3
Eleanor of Aquitaine
4
Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc became a national heroine by leading French forces to key victories during the Hundred Years’ War.
Which Civilization Is Known for Building Giant Stone Heads in Mesoamerica?
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Inca
2
Aztec
3
Olmec
4
Maya
The Olmec civilization is famous for carving massive stone heads, showcasing their artistry and influence in ancient Mesoamerica.
What Was the Name of the Ship Used by Ferdinand Magellan?
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Endeavour
2
Santa Maria
3
The Trinidad
4
Pinta
The Trinidad was Ferdinand Magellan’s flagship during his expedition to circumnavigate the globe in the early 1500s.
What Large Empire Did Mansa Musa Rule?
1
Ottoman Empire
2
Songhai Empire
3
Ghana Empire
4
Mali Empire
Mansa Musa ruled the Mali Empire, making it one of the wealthiest and most powerful empires in African history.
Which Ancient Wonder Was Located in Alexandria, Egypt?
1
Statue of Zeus
2
Hanging Gardens
3
Lighthouse of Alexandria
4
Colossus of Rhodes
The Lighthouse of Alexandria, also called the Pharos of Alexandria, was a towering ancient wonder guiding sailors safely to shore.
What Famous Event Began When Martin Luther Nailed His 95 Theses to a Church Door?
1
Renaissance
2
French Revolution
3
Protestant Reformation
4
American Revolution
Martin Luther’s 95 Theses sparked the Protestant Reformation, a major movement challenging the authority of the Catholic Church.
Which Civilization Created Massive Lines and Shapes in the Desert Only Visible From the Air?
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Nazca
2
Olmec
3
Inca
4
Maya
The Nazca civilization of Peru created the Nazca Lines, enormous desert drawings best seen from high above.
Who Was the Ruler of Ancient Macedonia and Father of Alexander the Great?
1
King Leonidas
2
King Philip II
3
King Darius
4
King Minos
King Philip II of Macedonia was the powerful ruler who unified Greece and fathered Alexander the Great.
What Wall Was Built to Protect China From Invaders?
1
The Wall of Asia
2
The Great Wall of China
3
The Dragon Barrier
4
The Mongol Wall
The Great Wall of China was built over centuries to protect Chinese kingdoms from northern invasions and raids.
What Year Did the United States Declare Its Independence From Britain?
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1801
2
1789
3
1754
4
1776
The United States declared independence from Britain in 1776, marking the birth of a new nation on July 4th.
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