People T-Z Trivia Quizzes

A few questions about Samuel Taylor Coleridge's closest associate and friend.

This quiz tests facts about the life and works of the English Victorian poet Alfred Lord Tennyson.

On women, kings, generals and statesmen you stumble ... And of characters here meet a very strange jumble.

I enjoy collecting Wedgwood pottery and I have found the life Josiah Wedgwood to be an interesting one.

Reputed founder of modern espionage, (The second oldest profession), Sir Francis Walsingham added a chilling, merciless zealotry to his position as Spymaster Extraordinaire.

Nancy Wake was a British agent who served during World War 2. She worked with the French Resistance.

We've all seen "Braveheart". While William Wallace was undoubtedly one of Scotland's greatest heroes, the movie strays from the real history quite a bit ...

Enjoy this overview of the life and works of the great 19th century naturalist, Alfred Russel Wallace.

Born in 1485, Tiziano Vecellio is considered a master with color, and is perhaps one the most beloved painters of the sixteenth century.

This quiz is about the life of Aileen Wuornos, inspiration of the movie "Monster".

This quiz will focus on Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, an astrophysicist and advocate for scientific education.

I admire this man so much. He helped the Jews during World War II and was an amazing man. This quiz is devoted to him.

William Walker's life was more exciting than Survivor, and more contradictory than a Bill Clinton affidavit. In his time, EVERYONE knew who he was. Test your knowledge of one of America's most infamous, and sadly, obscure, characters.

Richard Trumka was elected as the President of the AFL-CIO union in 2009. This quiz will help you to learn more about this prominent labor leader.

If you've never heard of Alfred Wegener, here is your chance! His work has been extremely important in the advancement of our understanding of the world.

This quiz is about the work of blacklisted screenwriter Dalton Trumbo. Let's see what you know!

"No Western poet, in the past century and half, not even Browning, or Leopardi or Baudelaire, overshadows Walt Whitman..." ~ Harold Bloom. A quiz for those who love his poetry and the man - have fun and good luck!

Velazquez's hauntingly beautiful paintings continue to arouse the delight of art connoisseurs throughout the world. Let us celebrate him here...

The following are questions about the Dutch artist Jan Vermeer's life and works.

Dennis Wheatley is nearly forgotten now but was once a best-selling author in Britain, particularly famous for his knowledge of Black Magic.

Fred Lawrence Whipple was the son of a farmer. He was born in Red Oak, Iowa, on November 5, 1906. He died on August 30, 2004. He was a famous American astronomer. Take the quiz to learn more about him.

When you think of Chicago, "Studs" Terkel must come to mind.

The critics consider Jules Verne the "father" of science fiction genre, while many consider this an exaggeration. What do you know about Jules Verne's life?

This quiz is about Dick Turpin in particular with some more general questions regarding English Highwaymen.

Ngugi wa Thiong'o is one of Africa's greatest living authors. Here are 10 Questions regarding him and his work.

Austin, Texas; 1966. Charles Whitman, Eagle Scout and ex-Marine climbs to the top of the University of Texas clock tower. He is armed to the teeth. For ninety minutes, he fires on the unsuspecting crowds below.

A quiz about the life and times of William Wrigley, Jr.

Before Dali or Warhol, James Whistler was the first artist to make himself better known as a celebrity than for his works (though they're renowned also). Oh, and nothing about that old lady!

The artist Jean-Antoine Watteau. Note: This quiz was made mostly for the Academic Decathletes who have been saying they can't find anything about this year's art curriculum on FunTrivia. Watteau is the first of our nineteen focus artists.

As a leader of the Enlightenment, Voltaire's influence persists today. See how well you know this courageous and sagacious writer, philosopher, and champion of social justice.

Thomas Wyatt was a poet during the 16th century, and brought the Italian sonnet to England. See how much you know about his life and poems. As befits a quiz about a poet, the questions are all rhymes.

Jacqueline Wilson, famous author. Born in Bath, Somerset, England in 1945. From her first years onwards, this quiz covers some important parts of her life. This is my first quiz, and I hope you enjoy it!

Jacqueline Wilson is a fantastic author for children aged 7 onwards, and talk about personal problems kids have. Bullying, death, the loss of a parent etc. Do you really know the author behind the books?

Gore Vidal has been a prolific author, but he has become equally well known for his keen intelligence, wit, and associations with celebrities. He is a polarizing figure to many, but his impact on our society and political discourse cannot be denied.

This quiz on Tiro is a companion to my quiz on Cicero. Enjoy!

This quiz is for all of the true fans of Omar Tyree. Come on and give it a try it's not difficult.

Robert W. Service is one of the greatest poets ever. Test your knowledge on him with this quiz.