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1 The Goths
The Goths played a key role in bringing an already weakened West Roman Empire to its knees, and in turn they also established kingdoms of their own in parts the Western Empire. Find out more about this mysterious people.
Difficult
10 Q
bloomsby
May 12 04
4143 plays
2 The First European Civilization
Fifteen hundred years before the Classical Age in Greece, the Minoans built fine palaces, developed writing, and created an intricate plumbing system. Test your knowledge regarding the first European civilization.
Tough
10 Q
ponycargirl
Jul 02 08
2244 plays
3 The Assyrian Empire
Arguably the greatest period of ancient Assyria lasted from 745 until 612 B.C., during which it attained the level of empire. Here's a brief sketch of that period of time, with the most important rulers and events highlighted ... Good luck
Very Difficult
10 Q
thejazzkickazz
Jul 16 02
2748 plays
4 The Third Punic War
At the opening of the 3rd century BC Carthage was the greatest power in the Western Mediterranean. By 149 BC two brutal wars with Rome had crippled her, and the Romans were ready to move in for the kill.
Very Difficult
10 Q
bobalmighty
Sep 17 09
1404 plays
5 Lost Ancient Cities
Can you name the ancient cities from these clues. From ancient Greece to the Incan Andes, stopping shortly to take a look through Europe and beyond!
Average
10 Q
durendal
Aug 22 05
12363 plays
6 Operatic Ancient History - Non-Roman
Here's another instalment on my series of combining classical music and history. Most of the operatic background was provided, as always, by the "Phaeton Great Opera Book", but also by www.operone.de. Have fun!
Average
15 Q
JanIQ
Aug 05 06
1338 plays
7 Ancient Geography
Twenty multiple choice questions on ancient locations and peoples.
Tough
20 Q
ironikinit
Jul 02 03
7785 plays
8 World History
World History strictly B.C.
Tough
25 Q
Sprink1234
Aug 20 00
23232 plays
9 Ancient Historical Facts
Just a few questions about the ancient world. Enjoy!
Difficult
10 Q
nerthus
Apr 12 01
11850 plays
10 The World at One
What was the world like at the year 1 AD on the western calendar? Obviously the birth of civilization did not occur at this date, many civilizations had already come and gone...but what was happening in the world of that time? Let's find out...
Very Difficult
10 Q
thejazzkickazz
Jun 11 02
4575 plays
11 B. C. - They Lived Before Christ
Much of importance happened in the era before Christ and many famous people lived then ... What can you remember of your history lessons that covered the B.C era in different parts of the world?
Average
10 Q
doomed
Oct 21 04
5532 plays
12 Those Migrating Indo-Europeans 2
Descendents of the Indo-Europeans eventually settled in many places stretching from India to Europe. How much do you know about the Persians?
Average
10 Q
ponycargirl
Oct 10 08
846 plays
13 Ancient Civilizations
I will give you a brief list of accomplishments or characteristics, of some rather obscure group of people and you shall ferret out the proper name.
Tough
10 Q
thejazzkickazz
Oct 29 01
7971 plays
14 World History Made Simple: 2900 - 800 B.C.
My last quiz covered two and a half millenia in ten questions, so I don't think anyone should have been brain damaged. Here are ten more significant events over the next 2100 years. Enjoy.
Average
10 Q
rblayer
Feb 21 04
6513 plays
15 Phoenicia: Merchants of the Mediterranean
This quiz is about the Phoenicians, an ancient people on the coast of the Mediterranean who were great merchants and seafarers. Hope you enjoy!
Average
10 Q
Arwen1284
Mar 06 09
840 plays
16 The World in 500...AD!
In order to celebrate the creation of my 500th quiz, queries about the world of 500 AD have been selected. Thank you for your kind patronage...on to 1000!
Difficult
10 Q
thejazzkickazz
Aug 04 02
3540 plays
17 Noble Steeds I: Ancient and Medieval
Horses (well, I refer to one mule so let's make it 'equines') and riders ancient and medieval. Questions range from 'everyone ought to know it' to quite obscure... the bulk probably tend toward the latter end of the spectrum.
Difficult
10 Q
xaosdog
Apr 26 02
1830 plays
18 Traitors and Villains of the Ancient World
Some of the less honourable members of the ancient world are included in this quiz. Use the clues provided to identify them. Good Luck!
Average
10 Q
Gimpess
Jan 19 05
4362 plays
19 The Gallic Wars
A short, easy quiz on Caesar's Gallic Wars
Average
10 Q
nathraq
Apr 13 09
1491 plays
20 The First Century: Christians, Romans, and Jews
This is quiz is on first century events as they concerned Christians, Romans, and Jews.
Difficult
25 Q
medvedok
May 18 08
1728 plays
21 Ancient Hittite History
The mysterious Hittites...who were they...where did they come from...where did they go? Perhaps this quiz will shed some light on these questions...and leave you curious for more...enjoy!
Difficult
10 Q
thejazzkickazz
Jun 20 02
1371 plays
22 Those Migrating Indo-Europeans 1
Descendants of the Indo-Europeans eventually settled in many places stretching from India to Europe. What do you know about the Hittites?
Average
10 Q
ponycargirl
Oct 03 08
642 plays
23 Those Awesome Phoenicians!
The Phoenicians made one of the most important contributions to civilization today. What do you know about the Phoenicians and their alphabet?
Average
10 Q
ponycargirl
Nov 17 08
972 plays
24 Mediterranean World of Antiquity
Welcome to the Mediterranian World of Antiquity.
Average
10 Q
the_villain
Sep 14 07
2358 plays
25 World History Made Simple - 5500 - 3000 B.C.
Sure it happened a long, long time ago. But the effects of these ten historical events are felt to this date. But ten dates from a two thousand five hundred year period should'nt be asking too much. Enjoy!
Average
10 Q
rblayer
Feb 16 04
4317 plays
26 Ancient Civilizations
A little bit of ancient history.
Average
10 Q
robert362
Oct 26 01
9936 plays
27 The World in 1000...B.C.
This quiz is a very general survey of what the world looked like politically in 1000 B.C. Keep in mind that some dates are approximations...1000 B.C. was a long time ago after all! Have fun!
Difficult
10 Q
thejazzkickazz
May 30 02
4191 plays
28 Mighty Monarchs II (Barbarians)
Mighty Monarchs II covers a wide variety of Barbarian Kings and Queens that led their people through the age of the Roman Empire and into the Dark Ages. Includes odds and ends about powerful Barbarian Leaders that were in the service of Rome. Good Luck!
Tough
25 Q
hund
Mar 13 02
1410 plays
29 Early Civilizations
Test your knowledge in this easy test covering Paleolithic, Neolithic, Ancient Egypt and Hebraic times. This test covers basic humanitarian knowledge. Good luck!
Average
10 Q
lemunchii
Jun 10 08
1809 plays
30 Punny Classics
All you pun-loving Greeks and Romans out there, I have created a quiz just for you! Just pick the answer that's the worst joke, and you should do just fine!
Average
10 Q
pu2-ke-qi-ri
Feb 13 06
1647 plays
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Some sample questions from this category:

* The Peloponnesian War began in 431 B.C. and was fought between what two cities?
* The First Triumvirate was established in 60 B.C. by Julius Caesar, Marcus Licinius Crassus, and this Roman general and consul. He was one of Caesar's many enemies and his son-in-law,he became a ruler of Rome. Who was he?
* Stonehenge is thought to have been built over a 1,500 year period. Approximately when is Stonehenge thought to have been started?
* King Philip II of Macedonia was assassinated in 336 B.C. and was succeeded by his son. Who was he?
* Which of the following is NOT one of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?


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