Roman History Quizzes, Trivia and Puzzles

Roman History Trivia Quizzes

205 Roman History quizzes and 2,870 Roman History trivia questions.

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And It Came To Pass... top quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

The Christmas story as told in the Gospel of Luke has been read countless times since it was written. But what do the first four verses mean? Let's have a look at the history that was taking place at the time Christ was born.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Sep 01 22

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ponycargirl editor

Sep 01 22
578 plays

Who's Who in the Roman Republic? top quiz

- 10 questions - 3 mins

Can you identify these ten famous Romans from the time of the Republic (509 BCE to 27 BCE)?

Average, 10 Qns, qrayx, Dec 27 22

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qrayx
Dec 27 22
215 plays

Romulus to the fall of Byzantium best quiz

- 20 questions - 6 mins

Romans: Romulus to the fall of Byzantium- It would be an understatement to say that the Romans shaped Western civilization. Let's see how much you know about them.

Average, 20 Qns, CellarDoor, Jun 29 15

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CellarDoor

14199 plays

Ancient Roman Military Uniforms popular trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

Ten questions on the uniforms worn by soldiers of the Roman Empire for you. Photo clues given. Attention!

Average, 10 Qns, Creedy, Sep 07 14

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Creedy

728 plays

Ancient Rome Multiple Choice Quiz popular trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 2 mins

For anyone who enjoys history and learning about other eras, enjoy!

Easier, 10 Qns, luv2run812, Feb 08 12

Easier
luv2run812
4890 plays

The Final Countdown - 10 questions - 3 mins

The Fatal Forties (BCE) in the Roman Republic

During the period 49-40 BCE, the Roman Republic was rapidly breaking down and being replaced the Roman Empire. See if you can order these ten events from earliest to latest.

Tough, 10 Qns, bernie73, Feb 01 23

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bernie73

Feb 01 23
67 plays

Famous Romans best quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

Ancient Rome was a fascinating civilisation, with many influential people that are still known today. See if you can remember some titbits about these famous Romans.

Average, 10 Qns, eburge, Dec 17 18

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eburge

Dec 17 18
3707 plays

Ancient Rome Mix great trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 3 mins

I took a Roman History class in college and found it fascinating. Maybe you find it fascinating too! I hope you enjoy this little quiz.

Easier, 10 Qns, MEHowe, Jul 11 11

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MEHowe
2651 plays

Timeline of the Roman Republic great trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

The Roman Republic is one of the most fascinating periods in history, with a mix of politics and war (both external and civil). Can you rank these ten events from earliest to latest?

Average, 10 Qns, qrayx, Jan 06 22

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qrayx
Jan 06 22
155 plays

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Ancient Rome I great trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

Roman history is one of fascination and class. This amazing empire has intrigued millions of people throughout time, but what do you know of a world that brought mankind so much?

Average, 10 Qns, doomed, May 19 10

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doomed
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Quick Question

Upon how many hills was Rome built?

From Quiz "The Founding of Rome: The True Story"

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The Founding of Rome: The True Story great trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

We all agree that myths and legends are entertaining. However, there is a reason why these stories are called myths. They are probably not true! When speaking of the founding of Rome it is very difficult to sift through the details and find the truth.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Dec 03 12

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ponycargirl editor

536 plays

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For Romans, It Was the Best of Times editor best quiz

- 10 questions - 5 mins

The historian Edward Gibbon called it "the period in the history of the world, during which the condition of the human race was most happy and prosperous." What do you know about the Roman Empire from 96 to 180 AD?

Tough, 10 Qns, daver852, Oct 23 13

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daver852

2252 plays

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Roman History - General - 15 questions - 4 mins

This is a quiz testing your general knowledge of ancient Rome!

Average, 15 Qns, monkisexxifuzz, Feb 27 10

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monkisexxifuzz
5805 plays

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Those Darn Etruscans ... great trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 3 mins

Much about the Etruscans is still a mystery. However, some historians believe that they - and not the Greeks or Romans - are the true founders of European history.

Average, 10 Qns, ponycargirl, Apr 29 21

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ponycargirl editor

Apr 29 21
616 plays

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Roman History, Part III - 10 questions - 4 mins

Roman History, Part III (The End of the Republic). Welcome to my third Roman History quiz. It covers the time period from Caesar's assassination to the founding of the Empire. It is pretty tough. May fortune favor you!

Average, 10 Qns, scipio23, Apr 07 13

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Roman Revenge - 10 questions - 5 mins

Revenge and intrigue fill the annals of the history of the Roman Empire, beginning with the most notable assassination of all - Julius Caesar. Join me as we look at the subject of vengeance and revenge as seen in this time period.

Average, 10 Qns, tazman6619, Oct 21 12

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tazman6619

1845 plays

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The Roman Legions - 10 questions - 4 mins

The Roman Legions were not just a formidable fighting machine, they were also an army of roadbuilders, engineers and technicians re-shaping the countries they took under control. Check your knowledge on these elite troops.

Average, 10 Qns, flem-ish, Feb 25 13

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4606 plays

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The Kings of Rome - 15 questions - 3 mins

Before the Roman Empire was the Roman Republic. Before the Republic was the Roman Monarchy. See if you can match the event in Roman history with the king under whose reign it occurred.

Difficult, 15 Qns, bernie73, Jan 05 23

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bernie73

Jan 05 23
21 plays

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Marius and Sulla - 25 questions - 7 mins

Based on ancient Roman history, all questions will relate to the period of time between 110 BC and 79 BC, the heyday of Gaius Marius and Lucius Cornelius Sulla!

Tough, 25 Qns, BakedPotato, Apr 14 10

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BakedPotato
1497 plays

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The Roman Era - 10 questions - 3 mins

This is a quiz on the history of the Roman Era and those who ruled it.

Average, 10 Qns, ginoo9, Oct 11 13

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ginoo9
1136 plays

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Cicero, Orator and Statesman of Rome popular trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

Marcus Tullius Cicero was one of the greatest politicians and orators of the Roman Republic. These questions cover some of the highlights of his life.

Tough, 10 Qns, medvedok, Dec 27 13

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medvedok
452 plays

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Roman History, Part II - 10 questions - 3 mins

This is part two of my Roman Republic Quiz, it covers from basically where the last one left off through Caesar's death. Good luck, or I guess I should say may Fortune favor you!

Average, 10 Qns, scipio23, Aug 14 09

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scipio23
5598 plays

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The Roman Empire - 10 questions - 3 mins

The Romans conquered the entire known world at that time. Let's see how much you know about them.

Average, 10 Qns, TheBatterie, Jan 20 15

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TheBatterie
2047 plays

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Roman History in Roman Numerals - 10 questions - 4 mins

This quiz explores ten events of Roman history using Roman numerals for the dates. The first five questions concern events in years BC and the second half concerns events in years AD. Enjoy!

Average, 10 Qns, DeepHistory, Apr 18 21

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DeepHistory

Apr 18 21
456 plays

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Last Words of Dying Romans - 10 questions - 6 mins

This quiz will teach you one thing: prepare your final words NOW, so you can face your death with dignity. Or you might end up like these dead Romans...

Tough, 10 Qns, muivers, Jul 28 09

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muivers
2696 plays

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The Romans - 10 questions - 3 mins

Just a selection of bits of knowledge - pretty hard for an uneducated barbarian I would imagine!

Average, 10 Qns, trajancaesar, Aug 19 09

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2110 plays

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Roman History - 10 questions - 4 mins

Welcome to the Great Roman History Quiz! Have fun!

Average, 10 Qns, LordJiine, Sep 07 17

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LordJiine
Sep 07 17
316 plays

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The Brothers Gracchi - 20 questions - 6 mins

Tiberius and Caius Gracchus were two of the most influential Roman politicians of the Late Republic. Their years would bring class conflict and mark the beginning of the end for the Republic. Try your hand at this quiz.

Average, 20 Qns, Craterus, Feb 07 18

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Craterus
Feb 07 18
144 plays

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Mark Antony, Power Broker of Rome popular trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

Mark Antony found himself at the seat of power after the death of Caesar. This quiz contains questions on the highlights of his life.

Average, 10 Qns, medvedok, Apr 30 19

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medvedok
Apr 30 19
651 plays

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The Second Triumvirate! popular trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 4 mins

The forming of the Second Triumvirate was a turning point in the history of the world, but just how much do you really know about it?

Average, 10 Qns, Hasluck, Dec 01 11

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Hasluck
1985 plays

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Roman Republic - 10 questions - 4 mins

This is my sequel to my quiz on "The Roman Kingdom (in legend)".

Average, 10 Qns, cory613, Mar 22 18

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cory613
Mar 22 18
1256 plays

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Ancient Rome I Test - 10 questions - 4 mins

In my first year at university, I'm taking history classes to keep my mind fresh, and I'm really enjoying Ancient Rome and Greece. Enjoy this one, the inaugural!

Tough, 10 Qns, Kevzilla, May 15 21

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Kevzilla
May 15 21
1657 plays

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Christianity in the Roman Empire - 10 questions - 5 mins

The Christian religion played an interesting role in the Ancient Roman Empire. How much do you know about it?

Tough, 10 Qns, NatureKid034, Aug 26 16

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NatureKid034
Aug 26 16
1707 plays

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I Heard it in My History Class - 10 questions - 4 mins

This quiz about general Roman History is structured as if you are actually in a classroom in a lesson, probably in Latin or Classics. Hope you enjoy and please rate!

Average, 10 Qns, daenerysmn, Dec 06 11

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daenerysmn
633 plays

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Remnants of the Roman Empire - 10 questions - 4 mins

This is a quiz all about the famous ruins left in Rome from the times of the glorious Empire

Tough, 10 Qns, superpippa, Dec 12 13

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superpippa
546 plays

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Twilight Days of the Republic - 10 questions - 6 mins

The last decades of the Republic are some of the most interesting times in history. Test your knowledge of this period now!

Tough, 10 Qns, JuliusPleaser, Sep 19 20

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JuliusPleaser
Sep 19 20
175 plays

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Geography of the Roman Empire - 10 questions - 5 mins

The Roman Empire was a vast entity comprising countless regions and cultures in modern Europe, Africa and Asia. Test your knowledge of Roman cities, provinces and infrastructure with this quiz!

Tough, 10 Qns, Boiodurum, May 04 20

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Boiodurum
May 04 20
203 plays

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Roman history from Faithful and True! - 10 questions - 4 mins

The Romans would have called us "Fideles et Veri," but we're known to you as "Faithful and True"! See if you can find the true answers to these questions about Roman history.

Average, 10 Qns, Donna39, Jan 11 12

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Donna39
580 plays

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Men Who Defied Rome (I of IV) - 10 questions - 4 mins

This is a quiz about the earlier enemies of Rome: Hannibal, Phillip, Jugurtha, and Viriathus.

Tough, 10 Qns, Grugni, Sep 20 10

Tough
Grugni
354 plays

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Ancient Roman History I - 10 questions - 5 mins

For all those as interested in Roman History as I am. The questions are influenced by my courses at university.

Tough, 10 Qns, Quellehisiel, Nov 01 10

Tough
Quellehisiel
1431 plays

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Ancient Rome II - 10 questions - 4 mins

Roman history is one of fascination and class. This amazing empire has intrigued millions of people throughout time, but what do you know of a world that brought mankind so much?

Average, 10 Qns, doomed, Jun 04 10

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doomed
1750 plays

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The Roman Empire IV popular trivia quiz

- 10 questions - 5 mins

Greetings again! When we last stopped, the empire had just entered the second century AD. See how much you know about Imperial Rome's third dynasty, the Antonines.

Tough, 10 Qns, Kserkso, Feb 19 08

Tough
Kserkso
635 plays

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The Founding of Rome - 10 questions - 4 mins

Rome was officially founded by Romulus in 753 B.C. Test your knowledge on the events and people leading up to this.

Average, 10 Qns, pink_champagne, Mar 03 10

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835 plays

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The Rotten Romans - 10 questions - 3 mins

The Roman Empire is known for its brilliant military tactics, rich culture, and fascinating inventions. This quiz will challenge you with questions about Roman history, culture, military, and religion. Good luck!

Average, 10 Qns, Olympian09, Jun 18 10

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Olympian09
930 plays

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Pliny the Younger - 10 questions - 3 mins

Quiz on the Roman, Caius Plinius Caecilius Secundus.

Average, 10 Qns, ilovethisgame, May 24 12

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ilovethisgame
590 plays

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The Roman Kingdom (in Legend) - 10 questions - 3 mins

This is a my first quiz and is centered on the Roman Kingdom.

Average, 10 Qns, cory613, Nov 01 11

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cory613
1845 plays

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Cicero- The Life of the Best Roman Orator - 10 questions - 3 mins

Good luck, I hope you enjoy my quiz on one of the greatest "lawyers" the world has ever known.

Average, 10 Qns, jagman09, Oct 22 10

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jagman09
746 plays

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Roman Republic: By the Numbers - 10 questions - 3 mins

This is a quiz that consists mainly of questions regarding dates, years in which important events took place in the Roman Republic. Let's see how well you are prepared. Good luck !

Average, 10 Qns, Aarchemon, Aug 01 12

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Aarchemon
333 plays

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Roman Empire: By the Numbers - 10 questions - 4 mins

This quiz is about a few of the most important years in the timeline of the Roman Empire. It is easier than my previous quizzes, but be careful and pick the right choice. Good luck !

Tough, 10 Qns, Aarchemon, Jul 13 12

Tough
Aarchemon
299 plays

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Quotes from Gibbon - 10 questions - 8 mins

Gibbon's "Fall and decline of the Roman Empire" is almost as renowned for its prose as it is for its historical merits. Can you answer these questions relating to passages from this work?

Tough, 10 Qns, pvk, Nov 29 19

Tough
pvk
Nov 29 19
505 plays