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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
6789 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
7842 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
12780 plays
4 I'm Not Mad And Neither Am I
This quiz is mainly about famous people who have been unfortunate enough to have been considered mad at some point in their life. I hope it does not drive you mad!
Average
10 Q
harryofarabia
Feb 08 13
258 plays
5 He's a Character Too
The guys should have equal rights to be recognized as character actors! Here is a manly quiz on wonderful character actors during Hollywood's heyday.
Average
10 Q
Helene61
Feb 06 13
459 plays
6 Danger! High Voltage!
Roy Cleveland Sullivan had the distinction of holding the Guinness World Record as the person struck by lightning more recorded times than any other person. Here are a few questions about his life.
Tough
10 Q
reedy
Jan 25 13
237 plays
7 Jonathan Larson
This is a quiz about the life and career of Jonathan Larson.
Difficult
10 Q
adampfan1990
Jan 12 13
72 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
1614 plays
9 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
3315 plays
10 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
1302 plays
11 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
3732 plays
12 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
1323 plays
13 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
828 plays
14 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
375 plays
15 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
657 plays
16 Bad Guys of History
We hear a lot about the heroes and good people in history; however, this quiz is about those men and women who were rude, rotten, or just plain evil.
Tough
15 Q
bullymom
Jan 08 03
13335 plays
17 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
1389 plays
18 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
222 plays
19 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
771 plays
20 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
507 plays
21 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
594 plays
22 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
1749 plays
23 Oh No! There's Germs on the GermX Bottle!
Worried about germs? Have to have everything lined up in exact order on your desk? You're not alone. Here are some famous people who all suffer from some form of phobia or obsession.
Average
10 Q
Christinap
Jul 09 11
453 plays
24 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
501 plays
25 Diseases and Their "Poster" People
Connect the disease and the person associated with it.
Easy
10 Q
nyirene330
Feb 03 10
1635 plays
26 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
771 plays
27 Notables of the 19th Century
This quiz deals with European and American people of note who were born in and lived entirely within the 19th Century (1801-1900). They may be from art, music, literature, royalty, crime, warfare or religion. Good Luck !
Average
20 Q
Pat6789
Mar 23 00
6597 plays
28 Ten Little Piggies
I present for your consumption ten people who are notorious for over-eating. Some have even died from it.
Average
10 Q
StarStruck60
Jun 14 10
5166 plays
29 Child Prodigies 1
Talent comes to some at a young age. Others never find theirs. Here are some very talented children.
Tough
10 Q
Rehaberpro
Oct 16 10
453 plays
30 Someone Like You
Here is a quiz on ten pairs of identical twins. Some you may know, some you may not. Let's take at look at these interesting pairs.
Average
10 Q
dcpddc478
Mar 07 12
534 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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