History quizzes

Historical events, figures, key dates

The History theme travels through the major periods of the past, from prehistory to the present day: the French Revolution and Napoleon, the Renaissance and the Age of Discovery, the two world wars, the Cold War and the fall of the Berlin Wall, along with figures such as Louis XIV, Joan of Arc, Christopher Columbus or Winston Churchill. Questions mix key dates, causes and consequences, treaties and famous names.

If you want to brush up on the classics or fill a few gaps, these history quizzes can be played at no cost: five difficulty levels from very easy to expert, and a comment after each answer to place the event in context. Neighbouring themes such as Antiquity and the Middle Ages let you dig deeper into one particular era.

Subthemes

Antiquity Middle Ages Modern History Contemporary History World Wars History of France Revolutions and Independence

Quizzes

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Frequently asked questions about History

When and how did the First World War begin?

The war began in 1914, after Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated in Sarajevo on 28 June. Alliances between the great powers drew Europe into the conflict within weeks, and it ended with the armistice of 11 November 1918.

What happened on 14 July 1789?

On 14 July 1789, Parisians stormed the Bastille, a royal fortress used as a prison that symbolised arbitrary royal power. The event marks the start of the French Revolution, and Bastille Day became France's national holiday in 1880.

When did the Berlin Wall fall?

The Berlin Wall, built in 1961 to stop people leaving East Germany for the West, fell on the night of 9 November 1989 when the border crossings were opened. It paved the way for German reunification, which became official on 3 October 1990.