Industrial Revolution
World History
United States History
World Wars
Misc.
100
Who is often referred to as the “father of modern capitalism” for his theories on free markets and economic systems?
Adam Smith
100
Which religious movement, begun by Martin Luther in 1517, led to the division of Christianity in Europe and sparked the Protestant Reformation?
Martin Luther's 95 Theses
100
Which event in 1773 resulted in American colonists protesting against British taxes by throwing tea into Boston Harbor?
The Boston Tea Party
100
The United States entered World War I in 1917 after what event that greatly affected American public opinion?
The sinking of the Lusitania
100
Who created Facebook?
Mark Zuckerberg
200
The Industrial Revolution saw the rise of which economic theory that promoted government control over certain industries for the public good?
Socialism
200
The Triangular Trade connected which three regions during the early modern period?
Africa, the Americas, and Europe
200
The American Revolution of 1776 was inspired by Enlightenment ideas. Which European thinker’s philosophy on natural rights had a major influence on the American colonists' justification for independence?
John Locke
200
During World War II, which U.S. president was responsible for the decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945?
Harry S. Truman
200
What does Lebron James famously say in this image?
BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM
300
The development of an invention by James Watt contributed to the growth of which major industry during the Industrial Revolution?
The transportation industry (railroads and ships)
300
The Atlantic Revolutions of the late 18th and early 19th centuries included the American Revolution, the French Revolution, and the Haitian Revolution. Who led the Haitian Revolution?
Toussaint L'Ouverture
300
The American Revolution in 1776 inspired other revolutions across the globe. Which revolution, occurring shortly after, was directly influenced by the success of the American colonies?
The French Revolution
300
The League of Nations was created after World War I to maintain peace. Which country did not join the League?
The United States
300
How old is the Earth? (Answer will be given if down to the tenth place decimal)
4.543 Billion Years
400
The explosion of industrialization in the United States in the late 19th century saw the rise of powerful business tycoons known as “robber barons.” Who was the U.S. industrialist who dominated the steel industry?
Andrew Carnegie
400
The Spanish Inquisition, established in the late 15th century, intensified in the 16th century. Which Spanish monarchs were responsible for its establishment to ensure religious uniformity in Spain?
Ferdinand and Isabella
400
The Mayflower Compact (1620) was a significant document for the Plymouth Colony. What was the primary purpose of this agreement?
To establish a self-governing colony based on majority rule.
400
The D-Day invasion of 1944 was a significant turning point in World War II. Which Allied forces led the invasion, and where did it take place?
American, British, and Canadian forces landed in Normandy, France.
400
Who was the 3rd President of the United States?
John Adams
500
The spread of the Industrial Revolution to Japan during the Meiji Restoration was heavily influenced by the defeat of Japan in which war, prompting rapid modernization to avoid colonial domination?
The Sino-Japanese War
500
The Ming Dynasty in China (1368-1644) is known for what major project undertaken during the reign of Emperor Yongle?
The construction of the Forbidden City in Beijing
500
John Cabot's 1497 voyage to North America laid the groundwork for English claims in the New World. Which English king commissioned Cabot’s expedition?
King Henry VII
500
The Bolshevik Revolution in 1917 led to the rise of the Soviet Union. Who was the leader of the Bolshevik Party and the first leader of the Soviet Union?
Vladimir Lenin
500
How many grammy's has Beyonce won?
35