With a title meaning, "Great House", the pharaoh in ancient Egypt was not only the political leader, but also the religious leader. Viewed as a god, pharaoh was all-powerful. See if you can identify the pharaohs from the given clues. 
They say "necessity is the mother of invention." Decide for yourself how necessary these ten inventions are. 
Thanks to cinematic magic, many people today view Pocahontas in a light that is not entirely historically accurate. Let's see what is known about the real Pocahontas. 
Henry here, at Court! I was running errands for My Lady, the Countess of Warwick, and literally bumped into the Queen! Oh my! She is so beautiful and kind, and weaves quite a good story! Listen to what she told me about her early life! 
While making great sacrifices, many Americans have made amazing inventions that changed life forever and deserve to be on a "Best of the Best" list. Can you identify ten of them? 
It is 1483 in England. No one has seen the two little princes for months. What has happened to them? To this day, that question has not been answered! 
The Royal Family of Spain is much like the other Royal families found across Europe. A lot of intermarriage, intelligence, mental illness, and money are added to the mix, and presto!, you have a story good enough for a soap opera. 
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? 
Beginning in the sixteenth century, the Scientific Revolution ushered in a new age that subsequently led to many discoveries. Can you identify these revolutionary scientists from the clues given? 
Since ancient times, physicists have been in pursuit of the knowledge that will lead to greater understanding of how things work in the natural world. Can you identify the following physicists from the clues given? 
Lists abound today that feature the names of the "most beautiful women in the world". What about those women whose beauty is still a topic of discussion hundreds of years later? What do you know about these pretty women from history? 
Throughout history, women have made important contributions in the field of science. See if you can answer these questions concerning the work of some very impressive female scientists. 
This quiz is about a selection of inspirational animal quotes made by famous people. I have also included the images free of charge as you cannot put a price on an animal's worth. 
This quiz focuses on events that occurred just before, during, or shortly after the end of the lives of ten famous people. 
Truth is a very elusive entity. This quiz involves ten quotations about truth. You need to identify who wrote them. The pictures of their faces may help you. And you should think about the meanings of the quotes as you proceed. 
Discouraged by the lack of respect he believed was shown to him in Florence, Leonardo left, having been sent to the court of Ludovico Sforza with a gift from the Medici. What events transpired over the next years? 
In 1472, when he was twenty years old, Leonardo became a guild member. For the next ten years he would continue to live and work in Florence. 
As there are few sources that tell about young Leonardo, information has been taken from Giorgio Vasari's "Lives of the Artists" (published in 1550). Let's hope his information is as accurate as possible 
How many of the following astronomers can you correctly identify? 
When you've reached the age of 100, you've got to admit that your best years are probably behind you. Here's a quiz about some distinguished people who made it to that significant milestone. 
As the power of ancient Egypt waned, desperate priests tried to save the mummies of some of the greatest pharaohs by placing them in a communal tomb called DB320 today. What do you know about the achievements of the kings found in the ancient cache? 
Since 1925, when King Tutankhamen's mummy was first studied, technology has become more advanced, allowing scientists to glean more and more information concerning the life and death of the Boy King. 
Many notable people died during the 1980s. Here we remember one of them from each year of the decade. 
Here is a mix of famous people who left this world in the year of 1980. There is a wide mixture of people from many different fields. 
Although one initially may think of Spanish soldiers when hearing the term "conquistador", the word is also used in the Portuguese language to mean "conqueror". 
Although these Spanish soldiers may be best known for conquering areas of the New World, it must be remembered that their activities soon also led to exploration and colonization. 
Exploration can be a dangerous occupation or hobby. Here are ten people who went exploring in order to learn more, or to prove a point, and never came back. 
Medieval knights were expected to adhere to the code of chivalry, which was a combination of qualities, such as honor, courage, justice, and courtesy. Do these men deserve to be the best of the best? 
There have many brave men who decided to go where no man had gone before, or so they thought at the time. Some were successful, some were not. Here are questions about ten of these bold explorers. 
Can you identify these great explorers? 
September 9, 2015, marked the day when Elizabeth II became the longest-reigning British monarch in history. It is fitting to look back on her Coronation Day in 1953, and reflect upon her incredible accomplishments. 
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? 
I have often wondered why some members of the Royal Family wear badges. What do you know about the Royal Family Order? 
On today's tour, I am visiting the beautiful Buckingham Palace. Please come along! 
The Coronation Chair, used by British monarchs since the fourteenth century, is today's topic. What do you know about this amazing artifact? 
Today we're in London, hoping for a sighting of the Queen! What do you know about her Imperial State Crown? 
Plutarch and the Cilician pirates are back! It's been seven years since Caesar was captured, held for ransom, and subsequently had his captors crucified. Let's pick up on the story! 
Two ancient sources give information about Caesar's abduction by pirates. What do you know about this incident in his life? 
This quiz features questions on infamous pirate masters, some of the wealthiest, cruelest and most infamous people who ever lived. 
It took a surprising amount of organization in order to sail a successful pirate ship. Cast off and see how much you know! 
Ahoy, me hearties! Wenches amidships! Turn to! Cast off!* 
Throughout history, pirates and privateers have roamed the seas. In this quiz, only ten are presented. Enjoy! 
Ahoy, matey! Avast ye and heave ho! Savvy?* 
The 18th-century was an era when the Sun never set on the British Empire. Here is a quick look around ten of the English people who put the Great in Britain during that period. 
Can you identify these people who made the 2002 BBC "100 Greatest Britons" list? 
Members of the Peerage have wielded enormous power in England over the past 500 years or so, and some continue to find fame in modern times. How much do you know about these famous English lords and ladies (and dukes and duchesses)? 
The inspiration for this quiz was Mark Knopfler's song, "Sailing to Philadelphia". Knowing the lyrics to the song may help with some of the answers! 
A quiz focusing on ten Englishmen and part of their life and times. Enjoy! 
Many people from Britain have become famous or infamous throughout history. Here, ten of them are presented. Enjoy! 
So many famous people have grown up on that tiny island North of the English channel. Can you identify some of them from the clues provided?
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