by alex
Step into the rich tapestry of America’s past with this captivating quiz on American history. From the early days of colonization to the transformative moments of the 20th century, each question will challenge your understanding of the events and personalities that have defined the United States. Sharpen your historical insights and enjoy the journey through time!
American History Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who was the first President of the United States?
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
George Washington
James Madison
2. What year did the United States declare its independence from Britain?
1776
1783
1800
1812
3. Which document begins with the words ‘We the People’?
The Declaration of Independence
The Constitution of the United States
The Bill of Rights
The Federalist Papers
4. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Benjamin Franklin
John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
James Monroe
5. Which battle is considered the turning point of the American Revolutionary War?
Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle of Saratoga
Battle of Yorktown
Battle of Trenton
6. What was the main cause of the American Civil War?
Taxation without representation
Slavery and states’ rights
Territorial expansion
Trade disputes
7. Who delivered the Gettysburg Address?
Ulysses S. Grant
Robert E. Lee
Abraham Lincoln
Jefferson Davis
8. Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery?
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
16th Amendment
9. Who was the leader of the civil rights movement known for his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech?
Malcolm X
Martin Luther King Jr.
Rosa Parks
Thurgood Marshall
10. Which U.S. President authorized the use of atomic bombs during World War II?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Harry S. Truman
Dwight D. Eisenhower
John F. Kennedy
