We Bet You Can’t Name All of These Famous American Historical Figures

Reneaux Ruffin

2019 is in full swing and already on the verge of several historic breakthroughs! One day, generations will look back at this era the same way we studied the likes of George Washington and Martin Luther King in school. Speaking of history, they say the best way to prepare for what’s to come is to learn from the past! So why don’t we brush up on our American history? America has seen dark times and times of hope and progress. The American way can be fast-paced, so it’s important to remember to take a peek back as we move toward the future.

These questions range from common knowledge to A+ student in history class! Regardless of the difficulty of the question, we’re confident that with a little thinking you can blast your sky to your upper tier. There are fifty questions just like a classic school exam so buckle up and grab that number 2 pencil! The class is in session.

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What important document was signed on July 4, 1776?

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The Constitution
The Emancipation Proclamation
The Declaration of Independence
The 3/5 Compromise

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We Bet You Can’t Name All of These Famous American Historical Figures

What important document was signed on July 4, 1776?

The abolitionists wanted to get rid of what American institution?

Which pilot famously flew across the Pacific Ocean only to disappear mysteriously in an attempt to fly around the world on July 2, 1937?

Which amendment guaranteed citizenship to all natural born or naturalized citizens of the U.S. including former slaves?

What amendment followed the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862 to permanently ban slavery in all parts of America?

The end of the American Revolution is thought to be marked by George Washington’s victory at what location?

True or False: The anti-federalists wanted more power given to the state?

What was the name of the case that declared racial segregation in schools is unconstitutional?

Which of these women took a brave stand (or rather sit) on a Montgomery bus in 1955?

The United States constitution was written in what year?

Who was America’s first female self-made millionaire?

Who was dubbed the First Lady of civil rights that walked arm-in-arm as wife to one of America’s greatest civil rights leaders?

Which state became the first to decriminalize homosexuality by repealing their sodomy laws?

Which of these women became an Ally spy during WWII after renouncing her U.S. citizenship to become a French citizen?

What is the name of the controversial bill signed by Bill Clinton that directly prohibited LGBT Americans from serving in the armed forces, but also prohibited the harassment of those who remained “closeted.”

Who was the first openly gay man to be elected to a political office in California? Hint: He was elected as San Francisco’s city supervisor.

What natural disaster ripped through the southern U.S. and devastated the coast during the late spring of 2005.

In what year was the nation’s first openly gay man, Jared Polis, elected to a governor position? Hint: He won in Colorado.

Which beautiful and plucky actress skyrocketed herself to fame and adulation worldwide by starring in over 30 motion pictures only to die a tragic and mysterious death?

What President was the first sitting president to publicly support the freedom for LGBT couples to marry?

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What important document was signed on July 4, 1776?

The abolitionists wanted to get rid of what American institution?

Which pilot famously flew across the Pacific Ocean only to disappear mysteriously in an attempt to fly around the world on July 2, 1937?

Which amendment guaranteed citizenship to all natural born or naturalized citizens of the U.S. including former slaves?

What amendment followed the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862 to permanently ban slavery in all parts of America?

The end of the American Revolution is thought to be marked by George Washington’s victory at what location?

True or False: The anti-federalists wanted more power given to the state?

What was the name of the case that declared racial segregation in schools is unconstitutional?

Which of these women took a brave stand (or rather sit) on a Montgomery bus in 1955?

The United States constitution was written in what year?

Who was America’s first female self-made millionaire?

Who was dubbed the First Lady of civil rights that walked arm-in-arm as wife to one of America’s greatest civil rights leaders?

Which state became the first to decriminalize homosexuality by repealing their sodomy laws?

Which of these women became an Ally spy during WWII after renouncing her U.S. citizenship to become a French citizen?

What is the name of the controversial bill signed by Bill Clinton that directly prohibited LGBT Americans from serving in the armed forces, but also prohibited the harassment of those who remained “closeted.”

Who was the first openly gay man to be elected to a political office in California? Hint: He was elected as San Francisco’s city supervisor.

What natural disaster ripped through the southern U.S. and devastated the coast during the late spring of 2005.

In what year was the nation’s first openly gay man, Jared Polis, elected to a governor position? Hint: He won in Colorado.

Which beautiful and plucky actress skyrocketed herself to fame and adulation worldwide by starring in over 30 motion pictures only to die a tragic and mysterious death?

What President was the first sitting president to publicly support the freedom for LGBT couples to marry?

What did you get? Let us know in the comments!

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