Ancient Civilizations
This ancient civilization built the Great Pyramid of Giza.
What is Ancient Egypt?
The Magna Carta was signed in this year.
What is 1215?
This explorer was the first to circumnavigate the globe.
Who is Ferdinand Magellan?
This Enlightenment philosopher wrote "The Social Contract."
Who is Jean-Jacques Rousseau?
This legendary boxer, known for his lightning-fast speed and charisma, famously proclaimed himself "The Greatest." Who is he?
Muhammad Ali
The Code of Hammurabi is associated with this ancient civilization.
What is Ancient Mesopotamia (or Sumer)?
The Black Death originated in this country.
What is China?
The Treaty of Tordesillas divided the New World between these two countries.
What are Spain and Portugal?
The American Declaration of Independence was signed in this year.
What is 1776?
In 1936, this athlete shattered racial barriers by winning four gold medals in track and field at the Berlin Olympics. Who was he?
Jesse Owens
This ancient civilization is known for its system of government ruled by elected officials.
What is Ancient Greece?
The Hundred Years' War was fought between these two countries.
What are England and France?
This country sponsored Christopher Columbus' voyage to the Americas.
What is Spain?
This event marked the beginning of the French Revolution.
What is the Storming of the Bastille?
This iconic American baseball player broke Babe Ruth's home run record of 714 in 1974, ultimately finishing his career with 755 home runs. Who is he?
Hank Aaron
The Silk Road facilitated trade between this ancient civilization and the Roman Empire.
What is Ancient China?
This religious order was responsible for the Crusades.
What are the Knights Templar?
The Columbian Exchange refers to the exchange of goods, ideas, and diseases between the Old World and this continent.
What is the Americas (or the New World)?
The Glorious Revolution resulted in the overthrow of this English monarch.
Who is James II?
In 1980, this "Miracle on Ice" captivated the world as a group of American amateurs defeated the heavily favored Soviet Union team in the Winter Olympics. What was the event?
Ice Hockey
This ancient civilization developed the concept of zero and the decimal system.
What is Ancient India (or the Indus Valley Civilization)?
The Renaissance began in this city.
What is Florence?
This explorer is credited with discovering the sea route to India.
Who is Vasco da Gama?
This Enlightenment idea influenced the American and French Revolutions.
What is the idea of "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" (or similar)?
This Brazilian soccer legend, often referred to as "The King," won three FIFA World Cups in 1958, 1962, and 1970, solidifying his status as one of the greatest footballers of all time. Who is he?
Pelé