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1 10 Famous People Who Were Slaves
Despite their miserable luck of having been born or captured into slavery, all of these individuals were able to make a mark on history either while enslaved or after having gained freedom. Please enjoy and hopefully learn!
Difficult
10 Q
thejazzkickazz
Jun 23 02
7089 plays
2 Famous and Infamous Patients
It is often the case that historical events are influenced by the state of health of the famous character in question. The source of information for this quiz is a series of books by Dr James Leavesley, a medical historian.
Tough
10 Q
MotherGoose
Jul 11 02
8043 plays
3 Mental Illness in History
Surely you've heard historical figures described as "So-and-So the Mad", but which mental illness were they really suffering from? Take this quiz to find out.
Difficult
10 Q
bullymom
Jun 21 03
13053 plays
4 Doctor Whom?
This is a quiz on famous doctors. Thank you to LeoDaVinci for the Author Challenge.
Not Rated
10 Q
patricck
Today!
0 plays
5 The Greatest Love
The love between each of these couples has become legendary.
Average
10 Q
Babilonia
Sep 01 13
321 plays
6 Jonathan Larson
This is a quiz about the life and career of Jonathan Larson.
Tough
10 Q
adampfan1990
Jan 12 13
102 plays
7 The Skeleton in My Closet
Here are a few questions about celebrities who have caused the death of another human being. Some were accidents and some were not. Some may surprise you ... and some may not.
Average
10 Q
dcpddc478
Aug 24 11
1665 plays
8 Fragrant People
There is a long tradition of naming flowers, especially roses, for famous people. Can you guess who has had a rose named for them from the clues?
Average
10 Q
StarStruck60
Mar 30 09
1848 plays
9 So Long, Frank Lloyd Wright
Here are ten famous architects and their works for you to construct from the clues given. Have fun!
Average
10 Q
Creedy
Jul 13 13
390 plays
10 And That's Why the Chicken Crossed the Road
This quiz asks about how some of the greatest minds would have answered the question 'Why did the Chicken Cross the Road?'
Average
10 Q
lones78
Feb 27 10
1581 plays
11 Immortality Thrust Upon Them
It's one thing to be named for a famous object or event ... but what if that thing is named for you? Here's a quiz about famous people who became famous despite themselves.
Average
10 Q
Oddball
May 03 07
3486 plays
12 Noted People with Depression
Depression is a disorder which affects millions of people from all walks of life. Here is a quiz on a few people who accomplished much in their lives despite being affected by this debilitating mental illness.
Average
10 Q
fdgla
Dec 23 06
3849 plays
13 Pioneers of Egyptology
Highlighting some of their most significant contributions, learn about ten of the men who opened the door on a fascinating ancient world.
Tough
10 Q
sterretjie101
Dec 18 08
405 plays
14 Misanthropy: Hatred of the Human Race
Misanthropy is the antithesis of general human compassion and philanthropy. Here is an, hopefully, interesting quiz on holders of a commonly misunderstood social mannerism. Enjoy!
Tough
10 Q
jonnowales
Jun 24 08
858 plays
15 Celebrities With Mental Disorders
People from all walks of life suffer from various psychiatric and psychological disorders. Celebrities are no exception. I hope these quizzes can bring to light how many of our favourite celebs are as "normal" as everyone else.
Average
10 Q
mayneeyak
Feb 18 11
1557 plays
16 Come Dance with Me
This quiz is about famous dancers and choreographers. I'll tell you a little about them, and you'll tell me who they are. Okay, on your toes....
Tough
10 Q
Cymruambyth
Mar 15 10
252 plays
17 I Heard He's Not Even a Real Doctor
Oh, no! Our team leader has been found face-down in front of his computer, unconscious. I'm wandering Quizzyland, calling for a doctor, but I can't seem to find what I need!
Average
10 Q
LBaggins
Aug 06 13
438 plays
18 Everybody Loves A Lover
We all like a good love story. Ten famous couples from far back in history to modern times to identify. Both names are needed.
Easy
10 Q
Christinap
Jan 02 13
1098 plays
19 Living with and Dying with Epilepsy
Epilepsy is a disorder that is much more common than many people realize. Many famous people have lived and died with this disorder. Because of myth, misinformation, and fear, their epilepsy has often been kept a secret.
Tough
10 Q
dcpddc478
Jul 25 10
192 plays
20 Killer Celebrities
"Killer" not in the good sense, but celebrities who actually have killed someone. It's not as small a group as you might think.
Average
10 Q
wilbill
May 27 12
597 plays
21 Real Castaways
Being a castaway on a deserted island or a remote frontier is not just fiction. There are real people who have spent long periods of time alone after being castaway. This is a quiz about some of these fascinating people and their stories.
Average
10 Q
dcpddc478
Jan 24 10
471 plays
22 Celebrities With Mental Disorders II
Mental illness doesn't diminish one's ability to be successful in any area of life. In fact, when we observe the traits of many of our favourite celebrities, their disorders can enhance their unique abilities in their chosen field.
Average
10 Q
mayneeyak
Apr 20 11
849 plays
23 Let The Best Man In!
Knock knock! Hi there, I used to be a composer, but now I'm decomposing. See if you can figure out who is the best man to fit the worst verse and let him in. Enjoy!
Tough
10 Q
alexis722
Jul 02 13
225 plays
24 Polymaths
A polymath is a person who displays skills and talents in many areas of achievement--sometimes also called 'Renaissance Men'. But this quiz includes a few women also.
Average
10 Q
Rehaberpro
Mar 03 13
369 plays
25 Courtesans and Prostitutes
If they entertain a king, they are called courtesans, but if they walk the street or advertise online they are prostitutes. What do you know about the oldest profession?
Tough
10 Q
Rehaberpro
Feb 22 09
1788 plays
26 Can You Hear Me Now? No!? Ugh!
How many of these famous deaf or hearing-impaired people are you familiar with?
Average
10 Q
ARose08
Dec 19 10
630 plays
27 Ain't Dead Yet: Gifts from Over the Hill
Old fossils? No way. Choose from famous elders who changed the world in their later years.
Average
10 Q
Godwit
Jun 19 11
564 plays
28 Diseases and Their "Poster" People
Connect the disease and the person associated with it.
Easy
10 Q
nyirene330
Feb 03 10
1971 plays
29 They Call me Flamboyant!
Flamboyance is defined by colourfulness and extravagance. Flamboyant personalities can dominate the stage, the air waves, and politics. Here are several I think you will know.
Easy
10 Q
Rehaberpro
Jun 29 13
687 plays
30 Notable Centenarians
Reaching the age of 100 years is a major accomplishment and these centenarians have found that age is not a barrier to success. See how many of these remarkable people you know.
Tough
20 Q
pshelton
Feb 15 08
819 plays
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Some sample questions from this category:

* This Hungarian pianist and composer was one of Europe's first great celebrities. Women swooned at his performances and fought over the white gloves he tossed into the audience at the end of his performances.
* This Prussian diplomat was a instrumental force in the movement for unification of Germany. He served as chancellor of Germany from 1871 to 1890 and oversaw the rise of Germany as a powerful nationalistic state.
* This man was a British author and statesman who twice served as Prime Minister of England during the reign of Queen Victoria. He was instrumental in the expansion of the British Empire.
* This man was also a British statesman who served four times as Prime Minister during Queen Victoria's reign. He became a Liberal and was responsible for many reforms in British government.
* This 19th century American woman was an author, social reformer and abolitionist. She was instrumental in shaping public opinion about slavery as a moral issue paving the way to the Civil War.


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