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43 U.S. Navy quizzes and 602 U.S. Navy trivia questions and fun facts.
1.
  The Essex Class Aircraft Carriers    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The largest class of capital ships ever built were the American "Essex" class aircraft carriers. Authorized before World War II, these ships were some of the longest serving vessels in the U.S. Navy. Test your knowledge of these fine ships.
New Game, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Mar 26 24
New Game
Reamar42 gold member
Today!
0 plays
2.
  The US Navy's Pre-War Carriers    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Up to its entry into World War II, the United States had commissioned a total of eight aircraft carriers. Can you answer these questions about each of them?
Tough, 10 Qns, Red_John, Nov 11 23
Tough
Red_John
Nov 11 23
66 plays
3.
  U.S. Aircraft Carrier Nicknames   great trivia quiz  
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
Many of the U.S. Navy's largest warships have nicknames, usually related to their namesake or events the ship experienced. Most are obvious, only two or three may be tricky.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, pointluck, Jun 07 17
Very Easy
pointluck
Jun 07 17
740 plays
4.
  Salty Language: U.S. Navy Slang   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
Over hundreds of years, sailors have developed a vocabulary almost unintelligible to landlubbers. In preparing this quiz I have used my experience as a sailor, and have frequently refered to a great website, www.navyslang.com
Average, 20 Qns, Daver852, Sep 16 23
Average
Daver852 gold member
Sep 16 23
7905 plays
5.
  US Navy Ships   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
Some trivia about the US Navy's ships.
Average, 15 Qns, TonyTheDad, Dec 21 21
Average
TonyTheDad gold member
Dec 21 21
5760 plays
6.
  U.S. Navy, Late 1960s   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Questions based upon the 1968 Bluejackets' Manual.
Easier, 10 Qns, califpete, Sep 02 07
Easier
califpete
1651 plays
7.
  The U.S. Navy in the 19th Century    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
During the 19th century, the U.S. Congress saw a growing country and the need to defend two long coastlines. The Quasi-War with France, the War of 1812, the Civil War and the Spanish-American War all indicated the need for effective naval forces.
Average, 10 Qns, ncterp, Apr 21 23
Average
ncterp gold member
Apr 21 23
141 plays
8.
  US Navy Jargon    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a short, simple quiz with US Navy jargon.
Average, 10 Qns, sanicholas, Dec 07 18
Average
sanicholas
Dec 07 18
4971 plays
9.
  Contemporary US Aircraft Carrier Lingo   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 20 Qns
A survey of nicknames and jargon in use by carrier aviators in US Navy
Tough, 20 Qns, heyjoe54, Jun 27 23
Tough
heyjoe54
Jun 27 23
1533 plays
10.
  Navy Ships    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Navy ships; what are they? CVN, CGN, SSBN?
Average, 10 Qns, jumpy1972, Jul 29 22
Average
jumpy1972
Jul 29 22
3457 plays
trivia question Quick Question
What was the main function of the Alaska class during World War II?

From Quiz "The Alaska Class: Battlecruisers or Cruisers?"




11.
  The Silent Service   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This is a quiz about the men and boats of the United States Navy's submarines - the "Silent Service".
Average, 15 Qns, daver852, Feb 10 14
Average
daver852 gold member
917 plays
12.
  Sailor's Challenge    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Although I was a Navy careerist, I knew the answers to these questions within a very short time after my initial entry. There are facts here that every sailor should know.
Average, 10 Qns, chiefdj, May 10 19
Average
chiefdj
May 10 19
1478 plays
13.
  The U.S. Navy in the 18th Century    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about the early history of the U.S. Navy. The events, the men and women, and the ships and battles that have earned a place in our national memory.
Tough, 10 Qns, ncterp, Apr 14 23
Tough
ncterp gold member
Apr 14 23
85 plays
14.
  US Battleship Nicknames    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
For ages it has been common for warships to acquire nicknames. This quiz will test how well you know the nicknames of ten U.S. battleships. Are the Chesapeake Raider and Old Hoodoo the same ship?
Average, 10 Qns, F6FHellcat, Mar 02 24
Average
F6FHellcat
Mar 02 24
233 plays
15.
  So You Want To Serve on a Supercarrier   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz covers activities aboard arguably the most powerful military weapons ever constructed in the 20th century, the Nimitz-class aircraft supercarriers. Welcome aboard.
Average, 10 Qns, maceomack, Aug 01 22
Average
maceomack
Aug 01 22
392 plays
16.
  Naval Terms and Phrases   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Are you a landlubber or and old salt? Come aboard and test your knowledge of how sailors speak.
Tough, 10 Qns, cryppie, Oct 16 15
Tough
cryppie
1258 plays
17.
  US Navy    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
How much do you know about the United States Navy?
Average, 10 Qns, jmatt13, Sep 24 13
Average
jmatt13
1857 plays
18.
  Battleships: Past & Present #6; USS Arizona   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I Love Battleships #6. This is a series on battleship museums & memorials that are open to the public. USS Arizona was a battleship of historical significance and a memorial of special reverence to the entire world. No picky dates. Enjoy!
Tough, 10 Qns, rwminix, Jan 30 15
Tough
rwminix
825 plays
19.
  The U.S. Navy in the 20th Century    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The U.S. Navy was put to the test on a number of occasions in the 20th century, especially in the Pacific Theater of WWII. The officers and men were up to the challenge. They upheld the highest traditions of the naval service, and will continue to do so.
Tough, 10 Qns, ncterp, May 29 23
Tough
ncterp gold member
May 29 23
183 plays
20.
  US Warship Nicknames   great trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Warships are christened with a name but their crews (or the crews of other ships) often give them a nickname for various reasons. See if you can identify the US warship based on its nickname (not its official name). These are primarily WWII warships
Average, 10 Qns, Yankeesix, Nov 05 21
Average
Yankeesix
Nov 05 21
890 plays
21.
  Famous US Navy Quotes   top quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Ever wonder where some of those seaworthy quotes originated from? Here is a quiz about several famous quotes that came from the United States Navy.
Tough, 10 Qns, NDcowboy, Aug 30 07
Tough
NDcowboy
1333 plays
22.
  The Warrior Elite    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
This quiz will test your knowledge on the most prestigous U.S. military unit, the Navy SEALs. These trainees bleed, sweat, and fight to become the best of the best. They go through a lot for us, to protect American lives. Are you up for the challenge?
Average, 15 Qns, SEAL404, Jul 08 21
Average
SEAL404
Jul 08 21
1648 plays
23.
  Prayer for USS Cole Victims    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A quiz covering the USS Cole and the unfortunate events surrounding its bombing. A prayer goes out to all of the victims and their families.
Average, 10 Qns, Sethdv7, Aug 05 13
Average
Sethdv7 gold member
232 plays
24.
  Battleships: Past & Present #8; USS North Carolina    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I Love Battleships #8. This is a series on battleship museums & memorials that are open to the public. USS North Carolina was a battleship with great timing and is now a popular museum.. No picky dates, just important years. Enjoy
Tough, 10 Qns, rwminix, Feb 04 11
Tough
rwminix
381 plays
25.
  Nimitz Class Aircraft Carriers    
Match Quiz
 10 Qns
There are only ten Nimitz Class aircraft Carriers. Match the hull number assigned to the name. All are on active duty with the US Navy.
Average, 10 Qns, gshorey, Feb 24 17
Average
gshorey
186 plays
26.
  A Little U. S. Navy Hodgepodge    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is about a single subject only in that all of the questions are about the U. S. Navy. Nothing before 1900 is used. Enjoy.
Difficult, 10 Qns, Jayman0755, Aug 01 22
Difficult
Jayman0755
Aug 01 22
1158 plays
27.
  More Naval Terms and Phrases    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Here's ten more terms to test your knowledge of sailor-speak. Good luck.
Tough, 10 Qns, cryppie, Mar 14 16
Tough
cryppie
884 plays
28.
  Battleships: Past and Present; USS TEXAS Part 2   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I Love Battleships #2. This is a series on existing battleship museums & memorials that are open to the public. I'm a Texan, so I've begun with USS TEXAS. No picky dates. Enjoy a little easier (?) Part 2 of 2.
Difficult, 10 Qns, rwminix, Nov 30 07
Difficult
rwminix
414 plays
29.
  United States Navy Aircraft Carriers    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
What do you know about some aircraft carriers of the United States Navy?
Average, 10 Qns, PaysonAZ2011, Jun 21 15
Average
PaysonAZ2011
395 plays
30.
  The Chief Petty Officer of the US Navy   popular trivia quiz  
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A short quiz about the mighty Chief Petty Officer.
Average, 10 Qns, Cal_Jr, Jul 15 09
Average
Cal_Jr
490 plays
31.
  Battleships: Past & Present #7; USS Utah    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I Love Battleships #7. This is a series on battleship museums & memorials that are open to the public. USS Utah was a battleship and other things. She is now a less well known sunken memorial at Pearl Harbor. No picky dates. Enjoy!
Tough, 10 Qns, rwminix, Feb 02 08
Tough
rwminix
412 plays
32.
  Fighter Pilots and Fighter Planes: F-14 Tomcat    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The F-14 Tomcat became internationally famous with the release of the movie Topgun. The F-14 had a long and admirable history with the US Navy. How much do you know about the Tomcat? Brought to you by the guys at www.fighterpilotuniversity.com
Tough, 10 Qns, rowdya10, Mar 02 09
Tough
rowdya10
495 plays
33.
  Aircraft Carrier History    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A quiz about the aircraft carrier from its beginnings to the present.
Average, 10 Qns, bowsoljah, Aug 27 16
Average
bowsoljah
1959 plays
34.
  US Battleships    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This quiz is all about the ladies with the big guns: battleships. All questions relate to US battleships only.
Difficult, 10 Qns, yankeesix, Feb 22 17
Difficult
yankeesix
590 plays
35.
  Navy Medical Commands    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A quick look at Navy Medical Commands. Not too difficult if you know the geography and terminology.
Tough, 10 Qns, durfish, Aug 01 22
Tough
durfish
Aug 01 22
1006 plays
36.
  Battleships: Past and Present; USS TEXAS Part 1    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
I love battleships. This is a series on existing battleship museums & memorials that are open to the general public. I'm a Texan, so I'll start with USS TEXAS (BB-35). No picky dates, just some important years. Enjoy Part 1!
Difficult, 10 Qns, rwminix, Nov 19 07
Difficult
rwminix
483 plays
37.
  U.S. Navy Medals and Ribbons    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
This is a general quiz about the ribbons/medals of the United States Navy. Good luck and have fun.
Tough, 10 Qns, sono_innocente, Nov 07 14
Tough
sono_innocente
864 plays
38.
  The Alaska Class: Battlecruisers or Cruisers?    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The Alaska class ships, built by the U.S. Navy during World War II, were larger than a heavy cruiser, yet smaller than a battleship. What do you know about them?
Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Jan 20 22
Average
Reamar42 gold member
Jan 20 22
98 plays
39.
  Canoe U: Plebe Year at the US Naval Academy    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Founded in 1845, the United States Naval Academy is a four year college located in Annapolis, MD charged with developing and training commissioned officers for naval service. They begin their four years as "plebes" and endure strange rituals.
Tough, 10 Qns, yvgeny, Oct 24 09
Tough
yvgeny
307 plays
40.
  The United States Navy: Early years    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The history of the United States Navy from the Revolution and after to about 1805. Good Luck!
Tough, 10 Qns, blakey, Jul 18 22
Tough
blakey
Jul 18 22
852 plays
41.
  US Navy Blue Angels    
Multiple Choice
 15 Qns
A history and some fun facts concerning the US Navy Blue Angels!
Difficult, 15 Qns, danishrh, Feb 20 10
Difficult
danishrh
971 plays
42.
  The Lexington Class Battlecruisers    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
The battlecruiser originated in Great Britain in the early 20th century. The United States designed their first class of these ships, the Lexingtons, during World War I. How much do you know about them?
Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Jan 10 22
Average
Reamar42 gold member
Jan 10 22
83 plays
43.
  Something Worth Fighting For    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
A collection of some significant moments in recent U.S. Naval History, some are high points, some are low points.
Tough, 10 Qns, celiff, May 14 21
Tough
celiff
May 14 21
401 plays
44.
  US Navy Communications    
Multiple Choice
 10 Qns
Think you know your US Navy Comm? Test your knowledge with this quiz.
Difficult, 10 Qns, jumpy1972, Apr 04 17
Difficult
jumpy1972
1741 plays
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