Today our "Swimming Through The Sea" series takes us to the Dead Sea, an area with an long historic past. Let's "swim" from shore to shore and see what we can find! 
Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Dec 21 17
Category:
Ancient History
Today our "Swimming Through The Sea" series takes us to the Dead Sea, an area with an long historic past. Let's "swim" from shore to shore and see what we can find! The Queen's Favorite Pets
Queen Elizabeth II's love of dogs and horses was well known throughout her long life. The companionship helped her through some difficult situations, and reminded her of happy times. See if you can sort which animals were dogs and which were horses. Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 14 24
Category:
People's Pets
One can only imagine the unspeakable horrors that awaited prisoners within these walls. 
Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Nov 14 13
Category:
Prisons
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Henry's here! Some of you may know that I recently went to Rome (c. 1490's) with my lord, the Earl of Warwick. Can you identify the people I met while visiting? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Sep 17 18
Category:
Italians
The reign of Charles I stands out, of course, because he was the first English monarch to be put on trial and executed. Let's take a look at the circumstances and see if he was a villain or a victim. 
Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 23 24
Category:
House of Stuart
It has been said that when Her Majesty was asked how she would like to spend her special day on September 9, 2015*, she replied "Business as usual". How did Elizabeth II usually spend her day? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Sep 09 22
Category:
Elizabeth II
Throughout the ages there have been many great warriors who distinguished themselves on the field of battle and consequently shaped history. The following warriors had in them the stuff of which legends are made. Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Aug 24 24
Category:
Historical People Mix
Noble by birth, deed, or demeanor, the term "Lady" is used as a title of respect to describe a woman of high social position. Can you match these famous ladies from clues given?
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Nov 21 16
Category:
Famous People
My young grandson enjoys stargazing and learning about heavenly bodies. He has found that many times heavenly bodies have more than one name. See if you can correctly match the common name given with an alternative designation.
Easier, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 02 22
Category:
Astronomy
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Did you know that the country of Swaziland was renamed in 2018? Now it is officially known as the Kingdom of Eswatini. Come along with me and for a tour of the country! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Oct 03 20
Recommended for grades: 10,11,12
Category:
eSwatini
See if you can match the literary term with its correct definition.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Apr 03 17
Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11
Category:
Literary Terminology
These authors are disturbed! Their last names have lost their consonants. If you can't help, they might have to find another occupation! Can you insert the missing consonants using the hints given?
Easier, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Apr 30 17
Category:
Literature Word Play
This quiz was originally written by author dicentra, who also wrote some other quizzes about trees. Come along with us and let's explore forests in the United States while we breathe in some clean air! 
Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jan 01 23
Category:
Forestry and Plant Conservation
Ahoy Landlubbers! Peter is back to teach you more about pirate lingo! Avast! Easier, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jan 25 25
Recommended for grades: 5,6
Category:
Occupations for Kids
Also known as the Technological Revolution, the Second Industrial Revolution produced the widespread use of machinery. What do you know about the later inventions? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Nov 02 15
Category:
Industrial Revolution
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Who wouldn't want to be a scientist? There are so many interesting fields of study from which to choose. See if you can match the following scientists with their broad area of expertise.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Aug 25 20
Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8
Category:
Science for Kids
Let's see if you can identify the famous queens from the clues given about the country they ruled and other people with whom they were associated. Good luck!
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Sep 30 17
Recommended for grades: 10,11,12
Category:
Women in History
A wonderful, reverse type of historical-cultural survey....temples and great sites are highlighted; see if you can "uncover" the civilization, person, or city that engendered these masonic-behemoths. Enjoy! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
May 09 22
Category:
World Sites
History students commonly learn that the Behistun Inscription aided in the decoding of cuneiform. However, what else is known about this amazing artifact? Let's see what you know! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jun 29 15
Category:
Persian Empire
When I was young, I couldn't understand why the Greeks made their statues without arms or why there was so much hooplah about the Elgin Marbles, because, well, didn't everyone have marbles? What do you know about these magnificent artifacts? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jul 05 15
Category:
Ancient Greece
Can you correctly match these famous first lines to the poems where they are found?
Easier, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Mar 20 17
Category:
Poetic Quotes
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While there may be some ancient statues described as being "a colossus", only one of them was Greek and made the list of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. What do you know about the Greek Colossus? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Aug 05 20
Category:
Statues
Come with me to view the constellations in the night sky! Hopefully you will learn something along the way! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Nov 12 18
Category:
Astronomy
Henry's back! My lord, the Earl of Warwick, is here today explaining the economic system to us pages. Want to join us? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Apr 28 15
Category:
Medieval History
Who doesn't like the clever, loyal Stuart on the "Big Bang Theory" - even in spite of the fact that he is sometimes a bit - inappropriate? Let's see if you can answer these questions about his role on the show.
Easier, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Mar 05 17
Category:
'Big Bang Theory' - Characters
Sometime in the 1200s, Maori colonists from other Polynesian islands traveled to the area around Auckland, New Zealand, bringing with them an already rich cultural heritage. What do you know about Ta Moko, the Maori art of tattooing? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
May 18 18
Category:
Body Piercings & Tattoos
Red is a color that symbolizes many emotions including anger and passion. Can you identify the different shades? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 16 19
Category:
Colours Photo Quizzes
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In 2013 I viewed the exhibiton "Diana: a celebration", and was able to learn more about Diana's family and early life before her royal marriage. Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Oct 06 13
Category:
Princess Diana
From the clues given, can you identify these scientists, considered to be among the greatest the world has ever known? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 01 17
Category:
Scientists
Once again, my inspiration comes from my young grandson, who absolutely loves the Pixar short "One Man Band". A one-man band is a musician who plays many instruments simultaneously. Can you name these instruments that might be found in a one man band? Very Easy, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Sep 08 20
Recommended for grades: 3,4,5
Category:
Music for Kids
In January 2007, archaeologists discovered Areni-1, a site which yielded the remains of the oldest known wine-making facility in the world. Come explore with me! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Nov 18 15
Category:
Pre-History
My Lady, the Countess of Warwick, is expecting a new page to join the household soon. She asked some of us more experienced pages to help with his lessons. Here are some basic terms that we think he ought to know!
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Aug 26 20
Recommended for grades: 7,8,9
Category:
History for Kids
A trip to the zoo with my grandson to pet the stingrays has prompted some questions about these smooth animals! Let's see what you know! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jul 14 17
Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11,12
Category:
Animals for Kids
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Although the Industrial Revolution began in England, it didn't take long for the ideas to spread to the United States. What do you know about the Industrial Revolution in America? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 08 25
Category:
Industrial Revolution
Isaac Newton wrote, "If I have seen further it is by standing on the shoulders of giants". Some believe the comment was an attack on an opponent. However, it may have been a statement of modesty. To which scientific giants might Newton have referred? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jul 27 16
Category:
Scientists
Since the discovery of Ozti the Iceman in 1991, his remains have undergone a series of scientific tests which have uncovered information about who he was and how he lived. What do you know about Ozti? Tough, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 14 17
Category:
Pre-History
Take cultural elements from the Mycenaeans, Minoans, and Dorians, let them percolate for a time, and you will get the grandness that was ancient Greece. What do you know about the Mycenaeans? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Oct 23 13
Category:
Ancient Greece
Henry here! My lord, the Earl of Warwick, is hosting a special guest named Blondel the Minstrel. Because learning to sing and dance is part of my duty as a page, I hope to soak up as much information as I can from him! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jul 08 22
Category:
Obsolete Jobs
Geocaching is awesome fun, however, it requires some knowledge of a special language. See if you can find the correct word to complete the following acronyms that are part of a geocacher's lingo.
Easier, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 17 17
Category:
Geocaching
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After watching the first episode of the new US television series, "Designated Survivor", I felt the need to learn more about this concept in US government. Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
May 26 20
Category:
Other U.S. Politicians
The Renaissance began in the 1300s in Italy. Meaning "rebirth", it was a period of time when people began to rediscover the knowledge of the ancient Greeks and Romans that had been forgotten during the Middle Ages - and form new ideas as well.
Very Easy, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Sep 11 17
Recommended for grades: 9,10,11
Category:
Historical People for Kids
My lord, the Earl of Warwick, says that it is time for me to learn more about weapons, so we are visiting the castle armoury! Would you like to come along? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Feb 17 15
Category:
Medieval History
Being a religious reformer before the Protestant Reformation was pretty risky business. However, once Martin Luther successfully broke away from the Catholic Church, new movements sprang up all over Europe. Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Mar 09 24
Category:
The Reformation
My lady, the Countess of Warwick, says I am doing very well with my lessons, but there is so much to learn! Come along, if you wish to learn too! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Apr 30 15
Category:
Medieval History
Let's go fishing! If you are not familiar with the different species of trout, be sure to look in the questions for clues! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
May 12 15
Category:
Fish
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It took a surprising amount of organization in order to sail a successful pirate ship. Cast off and see how much you know! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Jul 07 20
Category:
Pirates
While the poor in ancient Egypt were typically buried in the sand or common graves with little fanfare, those who could afford it had a different experience. Come along with me to see! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Nov 10 15
Category:
Ancient Egypt
What do you know about the man who began the Age of Exploration and changed the world forever? Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Mar 27 15
Category:
Explorers
My lord, the Earl of Warwick, is taking us to London town! He says that the page who learns the most can attend him when he visits the king's court. I need to learn as much as possible about town officials - and fast! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
May 07 15
Category:
Medieval History
Every ancient Egyptian dreamed of going to the afterlife, which they believed was just like their life in Egypt. All, however, were not granted eternal life. How did they get there? Let's see! Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl,
Sep 21 24
Category:
Ancient Egypt