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100

This famous Vietnamese leader declared independence in 1945.

Ho Chi Minh

100

This wall fell in 1989, symbolizing the end of the Cold War.

the Berlin Wall

100

This explorer is famous for discovering America in 1492 (although people already lived there).

Christopher Columbus

100

This global conflict lasted from 1939 to 1945.

World War 2

100

This massive statue in New York was originally a gift from France.

Statue of Liberty

200

This ancient kingdom, associated with the Hung Kings, represents the origin of Vietnamese civilization and identity.

Van Lang

200

This empire was ruled by Julius Caesar.

Roman Empire

200

He was the first President of the United States.

George Washington

200

This war was fought between the North and South regions of the United States.

American Civil War

200

This drink was safer than water in medieval Europe, so even children drank it.

Beer

300

This famous victory in 1954 demonstrated Vietnam’s determination and led to the end of colonial rule.

Battle of Dien Bien Phu

300

This ship sank in 1912 after hitting an iceberg.

Titanic

300

This legendary figure is said to have created Vietnam’s first kingdom and is honored during a festival with his name.

Hung Kings

300

This long conflict between England and France lasted over 100 years.

Hundred Years' War / the War of the Roses

300

What year did Alex move to Vietnam?

2022

400

This UNESCO-recognized site, once an ancient trading port, reflects Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage and global connections.

Hoi An Ancient Town

400

This civilization is known for inventing democracy.

Ancient Greece

400

This famous general led Vietnamese forces to victory at Dien Bien Phu in 1954.

Vo Nguyen Giap

400

This war introduced trench warfare, where soldiers lived underground for months.

WW1

400

This Viking was given the nickname, which later inspired modern wireless technology names.

Harald Bluetooth

500

This economic reform policy started in 1986 and transformed Vietnam’s economy.

Doi Moi reforms

500

This pandemic in the 14th century killed millions in Europe and changed society forever.

Black Death

500

What was the name of the person who went to space first?

Yuri Gagarin

500

This event in 1914 started World War I.

Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand 

500

Vietnam is the world’s second-largest exporter of ...

coffee