history-easy Trivia Quiz # 20
This is History Easy Quiz # 20; the link to the answers is at the bottom of this page, hope you enjoy! You can return to the main History Easy Trivia Quiz index, or try your luck at a random History Easy Trivia Quiz.History Easy Trivia Question 1
Early US History - In the eighteenth century, the American colonies became much more a part of the world economic system. Their local economies had matured, and were now producing crops and goods that were in demand in Europe and elsewhere. To cope with this demand for goods, especially for labor intensive agricultural products, these colonies increasingly turned to slave labor.
The correct answer is 'southern'
The slave population in the Americas increased dramatically in the eighteenth century. A unique slave culture also emerged that depended on elements taken from African, Caribbean, and European life.
History Easy Trivia Question 2
Ninth grade U.S. History: Part 2 - During the United States Civil War which one of these states was a Union state?
The correct answer is 'Pennsylvania'
Pennsylvania remained in the Union while the other states broke away and joined the Confederate States of America.
History Easy Trivia Question 3
Your Average Middle School U.S History Quiz - In 1836 there was a strong effort for Texan Independence. The Mexican army attacked a group of Americans at a place in Texas and most of the Americans were killed. What is the name of this battle?
The correct answer is 'The Battle of the Alamo'
The Alamo was a mission (or church) in the middle of nowhere. The Mexican army was determined to defeat the Americans who had taken refuge there or who had come there to help defend this place. The Mexican army eventually attacked the Alamo, broke down the front gate, climbed the walls, and killed every American defender inside. This battle led to the battle cry, "Remember the Alamo" and later at the Battle of the San Jancito River the Mexicans were driven from Texas.
History Easy Trivia Question 4
Easy World War II Quiz - Which one is not the name of a US carrier in WWII?
The correct answer is 'Utah'
History Easy Trivia Question 5
Flower Power Daze (American) - Who provided security at the Rolling Stones' 1969 Altamont concert?
The correct answer is 'Hell's Angels'
Accounts vary as to whether the Hell's Angels were hired by the concert promoters or the Rolling Stones, or if they just showed up and took matters into their own hands.
History Easy Trivia Question 6
Structure of WWII - Who was the American general that eventually won the presidency after the war?
The correct answer is 'Eisenhower'
War heroes have often, but not always, become United States Presidents.
History Easy Trivia Question 7
Kings of India - Speaker No 9: "Though I was an ardent follower of Islam, I was quite secular and promoted other religions especially Hinduism. I followed the path laid down by my father Hyder Ali. I believe that learning about religions and its tenets was important to discovering one's faith. Military-wise also, I was no muck - I was called 'The Tiger of Mysore'."
Who is Speaker No: 9?
Who is Speaker No: 9?
The correct answer is 'Tipu Sultan'
Tipu Sultan had many Hindu officers in his military and civil administration.
'The Quran requires you to say to people of scripture: We believe in that which has been revealed into us and revealed unto you; our God and your God is one and unto him we surrender. We hold this God-given law dear to our heart, based as it is on human dignity; reason and brotherhood of man. With reverence we have also read the Vedas of the Hindus. They proclaim their faith in universal unity and express the belief that God is one although He bears many names.' (Tipu Sultan).
'The Quran requires you to say to people of scripture: We believe in that which has been revealed into us and revealed unto you; our God and your God is one and unto him we surrender. We hold this God-given law dear to our heart, based as it is on human dignity; reason and brotherhood of man. With reverence we have also read the Vedas of the Hindus. They proclaim their faith in universal unity and express the belief that God is one although He bears many names.' (Tipu Sultan).
History Easy Trivia Question 8
Structure of WWII - Who said 'Never has so much been owed by so many to so few'?
The correct answer is 'Churchill'
This famous quotation was in reference to the Battle of Britain.
History Easy Trivia Question 9
Military History 1200A.D-1815A.D - What European conflict began in 1756 and spread around the globe(the North American installment was named The French and Indian War)?
The correct answer is 'Seven Years' War'
History Easy Trivia Question 10
Easy World War II Quiz - What type of plane was the Stuka?
The correct answer is 'Dive bomber'
It was the first ever dive bomber.