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The United States -- a young country that can already fill entire history books. From Native American history through the American Revolution and Civil War to more recent events, you will find a wide range of fascinating quizzes on U.S. historical topics here.

See how much you remember about the growth and development of the United States!
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1 Early US History
How much do you know about the origins of the United States? Start from Columbus's historic voyage and travel through to the end of the civil war, all in 20 questions!
Easy
20 Q
Terry
Jan 20 01
33336 plays
2 The American Jewish Community
Here's a chance to learn something about the history of the Jewish community in the United States.
Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Jul 11 08
1926 plays
3 History Homicide Investigator II
Congratulations! You have just been promoted to the position of History Homicide Investigator II. Your assignment will be to identify the alleged or actual "shooter" in these cases. Remembering your high school U.S. History lessons will be a plus.
Average
10 Q
MaceoMack
Nov 01 08
5775 plays
4 Ninth Grade U.S. History
This is a quiz about various aspects of United States History. If you are a history buff you will find this easy. If you didn't pay attention in your high school history class you might have trouble with this one.
Average
10 Q
Jack212
Dec 01 06
29301 plays
5 American Tragedies
America has had its share of human tragedies over the years. This quiz is about some of those famous tragic events. See how many you remember. Good luck!
Average
10 Q
RAgamer51
Jul 03 07
14208 plays
6 I'll Second That!
There are many important seconds in United States history that aren't thought about often. Here's a few! I hope you enjoy this quiz!
Tough
10 Q
jaknginger
May 22 09
2211 plays
7 Advanced Placement U.S. History
When some of us went to high school everyone took the same level of courses. Now high schools have Advanced Placement courses which can give students college credit if they do well. Here is your first Advanced Placement quiz!
Average
10 Q
Jack212
Dec 18 06
14841 plays
8 Quotations from Famous American Speeches 2
The purpose of this quiz is to identify who said these excerpts from famous speeches in American history.
Tough
10 Q
seeker77
Sep 14 11
1326 plays
9 Eighth Grade U.S. History Test
These are topics that a typical eighth grader might be expected to study today. Let's see how much you remember from your school days!
Easy
10 Q
Jack212
Dec 06 06
25980 plays
10 Quotations from Famous American Speeches 1
The purpose of this quiz is to identify these excerpts from famous speeches in American history.
Tough
10 Q
seeker77
Sep 08 11
1056 plays
11 Ninth grade U.S. History: Part 2
Here are some more questions that a typical ninth grade student might see in United States History class. Let's see how much you remember from those days!
Easy
10 Q
Jack212
Dec 22 06
19362 plays
12 Average Middle School U.S History
If you were in middle school today you might be expected to know the answers to most of these questions. Let's see how much you remember.
Easy
10 Q
Jack212
Dec 14 06
18324 plays
13 Founding Fathers: Quiz 1
Answer the following questions to determine how much you know about the Founding Fathers.
Very Difficult
10 Q
keithbroaders
Apr 16 12
921 plays
14 Questionable Historic Sites
This quiz is inspired by James Loewen's book "Lies Across America", which questions the way monuments present American history. In other words, historic sites do not always tell the whole truth.
Difficult
10 Q
stuthehistoryguy
Dec 16 04
4719 plays
15 Notorious Historical American Firsts
Not all historical firsts in American history were stellar events. This quiz will explore some of history's notorious and infamous firsts.
Tough
10 Q
airbossjohnson
Nov 29 06
4725 plays
16 American History - Mixed Bag 2
Let's see what you know about the history of the good old US of A.
Tough
15 Q
dwoody81
Feb 15 09
4779 plays
17 American History by Decade: The 1770s
How much do you know about what occurred in American history during the 1770s?
Average
10 Q
LIBGOV
Dec 19 11
1131 plays
18 Famous Taverns in U.S. History
Taverns have played a surprisingly central role in the history of the United States. Here are questions on 10 such taverns.
Difficult
10 Q
chessart
Aug 22 08
1308 plays
19 You Want to Join the US Marines?
Listen Up! Do you think you have what it takes? Are you a lean, mean fighting machine? If you are,then welcome to Uncle Sam's Misguided Children. Urrah!
Average
10 Q
beterave
Dec 06 12
489 plays
20 American Historical Associations
Remember that eighth or ninth grade American History class? Let's see if you recall who was associated with what.
Tough
10 Q
unterkircher
Jun 26 12
570 plays
21 15 Minutes in the Midwest During the 21st Century
Team quiz by Midwest USA Players
Over time many people have been front and center in the news gaining their fifteen minutes of fame. Here are ten questions based on people who achieved their fame in the Midwest.
Tough
10 Q
Spaudrey
Feb 14 11
858 plays
22 Antebellum Reforms, 1815-1860
Between the War of 1812 and the Civil War, Americans launched a variety of plans to improve society--nay, even perfect it!
Difficult
10 Q
obiwan04
Jul 03 12
324 plays
23 The Peshtigo Fire
The Peshtigo Fire was one of the most devastating in history but facts about the fire are not generally known as it happened at the same time of the Great Chicago Fire.
Average
10 Q
Rehaberpro
Jan 01 09
945 plays
24 American History Classroom Review
This quiz was created for my students as a review for their final in American History.
Average
10 Q
kazanjianm
May 07 11
2430 plays
25 Early History of the US Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest has had a rich and varied history in a comparatively short time. Let's find out more about it.
Tough
10 Q
mpkitty
Jan 04 10
645 plays
26 Trifling Tidbits of American History
Some historical minutia for you to ponder. Have fun!
Tough
10 Q
sportcon
Nov 29 00
5364 plays
27 United States History
Yes, you may live in the United States, but how much do you really know about the history?
Difficult
10 Q
Frieswithsalt
Mar 05 07
10449 plays
28 Old Glory: I
Named after the classic Warner Bros. animation, this series of quizzes explores America's history from the very beginnings to the contemporary era.
Tough
25 Q
Avalice
Jul 08 12
570 plays
29 Locations of Famous US Battles
Many people know the names of famous battles fought on US soil. But do you know in what state these battles took place?
Average
10 Q
A-10
Jan 10 10
2550 plays
30 Things Every American Should Know
Here are some questions about American history. These are facts that every American should know.
Average
20 Q
susanlyn
Nov 29 06
8844 plays
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