Trivia Question: John Wesley is known for founding what modern sect of Christianity? Answer: Methodism John Wesley was a reformer within the Church of England. As his beliefs began to differ from his original faith, the new order he founded would become the Methodist Church. Click Here To Take Today’s History Quiz Yesterday’s “Trivia … Read more
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
Trivia Question: Industrialist Henry Frick is often blamed for the dam failure in 1889 that destroyed what Pennsylvania town? Answer: Johnstown The Johnstown Disaster could have been easily avoided. However, the greed of Henry Frick caused him to lower the dam so he could make maximum profits on a new venture. 2,200 people died in … Read more
Trivia Question: What is the name of the male love interest in Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice? Answer: Mr. Darcy Austen’s novels often dealt with romances in the collapsing English aristocracy. Of her works, Pride and Prejudice remains one of the most acclaimed. Mr. Darcy acts as the love interest of protagonist Elizabeth Bennet. Click … Read more
Trivia Question: Does the start of autumn occur on a solstice or an equinox? Answer: An equinox An equinox is a day when there is an equal amount of day and night. Meanwhile, a solstice is a day when there is either the maximum amount of daytime or nighttime. Autumn and spring both center on … Read more