Trivia Question: Arthur Miller’s play The Crucible was set during what historical event? Answer: The Salem Witch Trials The Salem Witch Trials was a famous example of mass hysteria. Residents of Salem, Massachusetts started turning on one another throwing around serious accusations of committing witchcraft. People lost their lives because of how serious such charges … Read more
Trivia Question: In 1948, American Alger Hiss was accused with spying on behalf of what country? Answer: The Soviet Union The event was something of a precursor and a kickoff point for the Red Scare. As tensions flared between the Soviet and western powers, espionage became a major tool both regions used against one another. … Read more
Trivia Question: What Pope is famous for only spending 33 days in office? Answer: John Paul I Pope John Paul I led the Catholic Church for about a month in 1978. His successor would take the name John Paul II. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia Question of the Day”
Instructions: Answer each question to the best of your ability. Once you select an answer, you will then find out if it is correct or not. There will also be an explanation to help you learn more about history. An orange “Continue” button will appear and allow you to move to the next question. Good … Read more
Historical Figures of Ancient Rome Quiz The rise of Rome gave western civilization a new bastion. It was a center for culture and security that rapidly expanded its influence across the face of Europe. Ancient Roman societies took on a number of different forms because of the diverse political history of the nation. The land … Read more