by alex
Step into the world of ‘Hamilton,’ where history meets hip-hop in a spectacular blend of storytelling and music. This quiz will challenge your understanding of the characters, songs, and historical context of the groundbreaking musical. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the show, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s see how much you know about the man who refused to throw away his shot!
Hamilton Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who wrote the musical ‘Hamilton’?
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Stephen Sondheim
Jonathan Larson
2. Which historical figure is ‘Hamilton’ primarily about?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
James Madison
3. Which song features the lyric ‘I am not throwing away my shot’?
My Shot
The Room Where It Happens
Helpless
Satisfied
4. Who plays Aaron Burr in the original Broadway cast?
Leslie Odom Jr.
Daveed Diggs
Christopher Jackson
Jonathan Groff
5. Which of these songs is performed by the Schuyler Sisters?
Schuyler Sisters
Wait for It
Guns and Ships
Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)
6. Which character sings ‘You’ll Be Back’?
King George III
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Alexander Hamilton
7. What is the name of Alexander Hamilton’s wife?
Angelica Schuyler
Eliza Schuyler
Peggy Schuyler
Maria Reynolds
8. Which battle is depicted in the song ‘Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)’?
Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle of Saratoga
Battle of Yorktown
Battle of Trenton
9. Who challenges Alexander Hamilton to a duel in the musical?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Aaron Burr
James Madison
10. Which song closes the first act of ‘Hamilton’?
Non-Stop
The Battle of Yorktown
Helpless
The Room Where It Happens
