US Presidents
Despite not being the first American president, he was the first to live in the White House
What years did World War II take place?
1939-1945
Who wrote the horror book Frankenstein?
Mary Shelley
Which three countries made up the axis powers of World War II?
Germany, Japan, and Italy
This final Chinese Dynasty oversaw the Taiping and Boxer Rebellions
What is the Qing Dynasty?
To date, this man is the youngest person to become president of the United States
Where was Napoleon exiled the second, and final, time?
The songs “You Don’t Own Me” and “It’s My Party” were sung by which iconic 1960’s pop singer?
Lesley Gore
Which event is said to have kicked off World War I?
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
This dynasty that was founded by Emperor Liu Bang and that was in power for over 400 years shares its name with the majority ethnicity of China
What is the Han Dynasty?
This man was the most recent US president to have facial hair while in office
Who is William Howard Taft?
Which century saw the fall of ancient Rome?
5th Century CE (476)
Jeanette Rankin
What year did Alaska and Hawaii become part of the United States? (Hint: It was the same year)
1959
Despite its name, this dynasty that ruled from 960 - 1279 CE isn't best remembered for its music, but invention of gunpowder
What is the Song Dynasty?
This man was the only president in US history to serve two non-consecutive terms
Who is Grover Cleveland?
Which French King married Marie Antoinette?
Louix XVI
Which American playwright was inspired by a Langston Hughes poem to write A Raisin in the Sun?
Lorraine Hansberry
What method of production did Henry Ford invent?
Moving Assembly Line
This dynasty, known for its decorative porcelain pots, lasted from 1368 to 1644 CE
What is the Ming Dynasty?
This man gained the nickname “His Accidency” after being the first US president not to be elected
Who is John Tyler?
For which three countries was Oliver Cromwell serve as Lord Protector?
England, Scotland, and Ireland
Under U.S Law, what year was the H.R 5050 Act signed and women finally received the right to own their own businesses without having to have a male cosigner?
1988
Where was The Beatles first concert outside of England?
Hamburg, Germany
The Yuan Dynasty, first led by Kubla Khan, was established after an invasion of China by this people
Who are the Mongols?