Other People Trivia Quizzes

Were the following ten people legendary in what they actually achieved - or simply people with legends built up around them? Heroes or anti-heroes? You decide.

The conquests of Alexander the Great began a blending of Greek, Egyptian, and Mesopotamian cultures that resulted in the Hellenistic Age. It was not only a turbulent time in history, but a time of great learning as well.

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.

We all like a good love story. Ten famous couples from far back in history to modern times to identify. Both names are needed.

... even if it is a cultivar named after a famous person. Can you match each of these cultivars (whose names start with A) with the country in which the person after whom it is named was born?

Connect the disease and the person associated with it.

Heroes come in many shapes and sizes, as do the heroic deeds they perform. Some of the heroes mentioned here served in the military, but none of their deeds involved the taking of life. Some did not survive. Many were decorated.

People in power can be described as 'lions' of the world, top of the food chain and kings of the jungle. Some of these 'lions' have been a bit naughty in their professions. Let's take a look at some of the lies and deceits for which they are remembered.

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.

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.

This quiz asks about how some of the greatest minds would have answered the question 'Why did the Chicken Cross the Road?'

Women throughout the ages and the men that did them wrong.

Here are ten people who have made a positive impact on humanity. See if you can guess who they are.

Retired And Loving It is a large, active team that's been part of FT for over 10 years. This is our first team quiz and we hope you enjoy it. We think we picked an appropriate topic - people who achieved fame late in life.

In 1312 Jacques de Longuyon made a list of the Nine Worthies - the most chivalrous pagan, Jewish, and Christian knights. They weren't perfect, however! Let's see if you can match the famous person with their famous non-chivalrous act.

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!

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.

This is a quiz about people of real influence. You all have heard of them. I'll give the hints and you come up with the guy.

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.

Can you identify the following historical figures, as described by the 'Swedish Chef' from the Muppets?