World History by Kahoot!

Step back into Ancient Egypt, sail through the French Revolution, remember World War I and re-discover the US history.

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Ancient Mesopotamia: Mesopotamian Kings: History, Politics, & Religion

A history kahoot designed to test your knowledge on the ancient kings of Mesopotamia. Based on NSS-WH 5-12.2 ERA2 : EARLY CIVILIZATIONS AND THE EMERGENCE OF PASTORAL PEOPLES, 4000-1000 BCE

13 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/27/2018 answers
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  1. True or False: The Sumerians are known as one of the first groups to form a civilization.
    True False
  2. Who controlled Sumer's earliest governments?
    kings temple priests farmers queens
  3. How did monarchs obtain power in the city-states?
    They were voted into office. Military leaders gained control and eventually took power. They staged riots in the cities. None of these

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The French and Indian War

A US History kahoot focused on the main components of the French and Indian War. Based on NSS-USH.5-12.2 ERA2 : COLONIZATION AND SETTLEMENT (1585-1763)

11 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/27/2018 answers
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  1. What was preliminary military operation that occurred prior to the French and Indian War?
    King James's War King George's War There were no conflicts prior to the French and Indian War. King Henry's War
  2. What was the main source of contention leading up to the French and Indian War?
    the desire to raise taxes the desire for more land the hope that colonists would not rise up against Britain the desire to rid the land of all Native Americans
  3. What is considered to be the first battle of the French and Indian War?
    The Battle of Jumonville Glen The Battle of Fort Necessity The Battle of Great Meadows The Battle of Saratoga

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Middle Ages: The Great Crusades

A history kahoot created to test your knowledge on the great crusades of the Middle Ages. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.5 ERA 5: INTENSIFIED HEMISPHERIC INTERACTIONS, 1000-1500 CE AND #NSS-WH .5-12.2 ERA 2: EARLY CIVILIZATIONS AND THE EMERGENCE OF PASTORAL PEOPLES, 4000-1000 BCE

12 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/27/2018 answers
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  1. Why did the Pope call on Western Christians to aid the Byzantines?
    He wanted them to recapture France from Spanish control. He wanted the Western Christians to help them build homes. He wanted to recapture the Holy Land from Muslim control. He wanted them to help the poor citizens of Macedonia.
  2. True or False: Those who joined the holy war wore a cross as a symbol of the Church.
    True False
  3. What did Pope Urban II promise the people who fought in the holy war?
    He promised remission of sins. He promised wealth and good fortune. He promised he would give them money. All of these

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World Religions: The Origins of Islam

A World Religions kahoot designed to test your knowledge on the early history and important aspects of the Islamic faith. Based on NSS-WH .5-12.4 ERA4 : EXPANDING ZONES OF EXCHANGE AND ENCOUNTER, 300-1000 CE

10 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/27/2018 answers
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  1. True or False: Before Islamic times, Arabs were polytheistic.
    True False
  2. What role did Muhammad play in the creation of the Islamic religion?
    He only wrote down stories he heard about Allah from others. He received Allah's message and spread it to others. He played no role in spreading the faith. He was the writer of the Quran.
  3. Which of the following is one of the five pillars of Islam?
    charity pilgrimage to Mecca fasting praying to saints

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Early China: The Qin Empire

A history kahoot designed to test your knowledge of the Qin Empire. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.4 ERA4 : EXPANDING ZONES OF EXCHANGE AND ENCOUNTER, 300-1000 CE

11 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/27/2018 answers
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  1. True or False: Qin Shi Huangdi, the First Qin Emperor, came to the throne at the age of 13.
    True False
  2. Which of the following is not an accomplishment of the Qin Dynasty?
    introducing a new form of writing ending the warring states period beginning the Great Wall finishing the Great Wall
  3. What was the regime's official ideology?
    Legalism Taoism Buddhism Daoism

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Ancient Greece: Greek Mythology and Religion

A history kahoot designed to test your knowledge on the mythology and religion of the Greeks. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA3 : CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE

12 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/27/2018 answers
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  1. When did the earliest Greek myths become part of their society's oral tradition?
    the Bronze Age the Neolithic Era during the time of the Etruscans in Rome None of these
  2. True or False: In Greek mythology, there is a single book that explains all the major stories.
    True False
  3. True or False: Homer's epics the Iliad and the Odyssey introduce the gods for the first time.
    True False

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The Founding of Confucianism and Taoism

A World History kahoot designed to test your knowledge on the Confucianism and Taoism. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE

10 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 01/30/2018 answers
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  1. True or False: Confucianism dates back to the Zhou Dynasty, before the birth of Confucius.
    True False
  2. What is the main focus of Confucianism?
    nature human society one true godlike king the forty gods and goddesses
  3. Who was Confucius?
    A high priest of the temple A deeply religious man who started a Church and religion A ruler during the Zhou Dynasty A famous sage and social philosopher in China

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World History: Ancient China

A World History kahoot created to test your knowledge on the main events occurring in Ancient China. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE

12 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 01/30/2018 answers
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  1. How is Ancient Chinese history is usually divided?
    Separated before and after the Great Wall is built. Separated before and after the creation of the Silk Road. It's separated into three main eras. It's separated by dynasties.
  2. In Chinese creation mythology, what does Pan Gu do?
    He rises from beneath ground. He breaks out of an egg. He comes to Earth on the beak of a swan. He climbs out of a volcano.
  3. During the Shang Dynasty, what was occurring in Chinese society?
    People were becoming herders. People were increasingly grouping into nomadic tribes People were transitioning from farming to city life. People were transitioning from city life to farming.

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World History: The Origins of Exploration

A world history kahoot designed to test your skills on the origins of exploration. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.5 ERA 5: INTENSIFIED HEMISPHERIC INTERACTIONS, 1000-1500 CE

10 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 01/19/2018 answers
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  1. Which of the following was a main goal that European nations had during the Age of Exploration?
    To spread Christianity beyond Europe To gain riches To learn from other foreign cultures To expand their empires
  2. Technological advancements in sailing and navigation helped spur ocean exploration.
    True False
  3. What effect did the Ottoman Turks have on early exploration?
    They found a new land route to Asia. They forced people to travel by land to Asia. They forced people to find a way to travel by sea to Asia. They had little effect on early exploration.

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World History: The Renaissance

A history kahoot for grade 7 and grade 8, created to test your knowledge on all aspects of the Renaissance! Based on NSS-WH.5-12.6 ERA 6: THE EMERGENCE OF THE FIRST GLOBAL AGE, 1450-1770 -major global trends from 1450 to 1770

14 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 01/19/2018 answers
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  1. What was “reborn” during the Renaissance?
    the Middle Ages French ideologies classical Greek and Roman ideologies classical Egyptian ideologies
  2. Which of the following is a factor that led to the Renaissance?
    the Crusades the rise of intellectual thought patronage of rulers the positive influence of Germanic invaders
  3. What advantage(s) did Italy have that helped spark the Renaissance?
    thriving cities a wealthy merchant class the classical cultural heritage of Greece and Rome All of these

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World History: Ancient Mesopotamia

A world history kahoot for grades 8-12, designed to test your skills on the cradle of civilization, Ancient Mesopotamia. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.2 ERA 2: EARLY CIVILIZATIONS AND THE EMERGENCE OF PASTORAL PEOPLES, 4000-1000 BCE

12 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 01/19/2018 answers
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  1. What effect did geography have on the Mesopotamian civilizations?
    They were often invaded because of its location. They developed irrigation/flood control. They were surrounded by mountains so no one invaded. Because of their location, travel was very easy.
  2. How did society thrive along the Tigris and Euphrates?
    Irrigation was developed. Crops were grown. Democracy began. Organized government was developed.
  3. Why was silt important to the people living in Mesopotamia?
    The silt was used to make paper products. It was the form of currency they used in their city-states. It produced bountiful harvests and allowed villages to grow. It was used to make wine and pastries.

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World History: The Protestant Reformation

A history kahoot for grade 7 and grade 8 created to test your knowledge on the Protestant Reformation! Based on NSS-WH.5-12.6 ERA 6: THE EMERGENCE OF THE FIRST GLOBAL AGE, 1450-1770 -major global trends from 1450 to 1770

10 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 01/19/2018 answers
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  1. How did the Renaissance lead to the Protestant Reformation?
    Humanism increased people's love of learning. The invention of the printing press expanded literacy. Educated people began to question practices of the Church. All of these
  2. What act by Martin Luther is considered to be the spark that began the Protestant Reformation?
    He approached the pope and forced him to make reforms. The 95 Theses were sent to the Vatican. The 95 Theses were nailed to a church door. None of these
  3. In his 95 Theses, what did Martin Luther protest against?
    art indulgences the Bible Jesus's teachings

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World History: The Portuguese and Spanish Expeditions

A world history kahoot designed to test your skills on the Portuguese and Spanish expeditions. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.5 ERA 5: INTENSIFIED HEMISPHERIC INTERACTIONS, 1000-1500 CE

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  1. Which of the following is not a factor that helped ignite European exploration?
    A desire to find new sources of wealth and prosperity A desire to spread Christianity to others Diseases ravaging Portugal and Spain Technological advancements
  2. True or False: The Renaissance discouraged early exploration.
    True False
  3. What was significant about Prince Henry of Portugal?
    He opposed exploration beyond Portugal's borders. He personally funded an expedition to Asia. He set up a navigation school for sailors. All of these

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Kid Inventors’ Day: most famous kid inventors

Happy Kid Inventors' Day! Here's a history kahoot designed to celebrate some of the most influential kid inventors.

10 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 01/17/2018 answers
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  1. What did Benjamin Franklin invent at the age of 12?
    electricity silver polish the bicycle swim flippers
  2. True or False: Benjamin Franklin's swim fins were used on the feet.
    True False
  3. How did an eleven-year-old by the name of Frank Epperson invent the popsicle?
    He put fruit juice in the freezer with a straw inside. He accidentally left his apple juice in the freezer. Frank Epperson didn't invent the popsicle. He left a mixed soda drink and stick outside in the cold.

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Historical Love Stories Trivia

From Cleopatra and Mark Antony to Marie and Pierre Curie, test your knowledge on these famous love stories in history just in time for Valentine's Day

15 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/05/2018 answers
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  1. Though historically uncertain, who fell in love with Helen, the face that launched 1000 ships?
    Achilles Paris Troy Hector
  2. After erroneously believing his lover Cleopatra to be dead, what did Mark Antony do?
    had a poisonous snake bite his neck drank poison stabbed himself with a sword confronted Octavian
  3. How did Cleopatra react to the death of her love, Mark Antony?
    She held a snake to her chest and allowed it to bite her. She ran away from Egypt. She stabbed herself. She drank poison.

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Black History Month

A Black History Month kahoot for all grades designed to test your knowledge on important events, facts, and influential figures.

18 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/01/2018 answers
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  1. At its peak, how many African Americans were living as slaves in the United States?
    100,000 10 million 4 million 250,000
  2. In 1831, who was the leader of the only effective slave rebellion in United States history?
    Nat Turner Harriet Tubman Frederick Douglass None of these
  3. To where did Harriet Tubman lead the runaway slaves?
    She brought them further south. She brought them to northern free states and Canada. She left them in a permanent safe house in Georgia. None of these

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World War II: Global Events

A World War 2 kahoot for grade 9 - 12, highlighting major events during the war. Based on National Social Studies Standards - NSS-WH.5-12.8 ERA 8: A HALF-CENTURY OF CRISIS AND ACHIEVEMENT, 1900-1945.

15 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 12/07/2017 answers
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  1. Which event is considered to be the first official act of World War II?
    Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor the blitzkrieg against Belgium, Holland, and France the blitzkrieg in London Germany's attack on Poland
  2. What best describes Germany’s strategy of invasion at the beginning of World War II?
    Fight as long as possible to wear out the enemy Attack with overwhelming speed and force Attack on the country's borders before soldiers arrive Fight only on land and never in the air
  3. What happened at Dunkirk in May of 1940?
    The Nazis were able to defeat the French and British. Nazi troops were able to wipe out the British forces. Britain evacuated French troops across the English Channel. Nazi forces retreated from France into Belgium.

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World History: The Age of Enlightenment

World History kahoot for grade 9 - 12 to strengthen their understanding of the Enlightenment. Based on National Social Studies Standard-WH.5-12.7 ERA 7: AN AGE OF REVOLUTIONS, 1750-1914

14 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 12/20/2017 answers
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  1. How did German writers react to the Thirty Years' War, one of the causes of the Enlightenment?
    They criticized the ideas of nationalism and warfare. They wrote in support of nationalism and warfare. They travelled from town to town to promote nationalism. None of these.
  2. Written in 1651, Hobbes was the first to describe the social contract theory in this book.
    The Social Contract Leviathan Two Treatises of Government The Republic
  3. Hobbes argued people were naturally _____ in the state of nature.
    happy, content, and peaceful good, moral, and just cruel, greedy, and selfish loving, intelligent, and honest

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World History: Ancient Egypt

A world history kahoot designed to test your skills on the civilization of the Nile, Ancient Egypt. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.2 ERA 2: EARLY CIVILIZATIONS AND THE EMERGENCE OF PASTORAL PEOPLES, 4000-1000 BCE

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  1. Why was the Nile River important to the growth of the Egyptian civilization?
    The river made the soil fertile. Egyptians had an abundance of crops due to the river. Protein-rich plants were located within the water. It made it easy for invaders to attack.
  2. How often did the Nile flood, leaving rich soil in its wake?
    monthly yearly daily weekly
  3. True or False: The Nile River was important to the development of papyrus.
    True False

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World History: The Foundation of the Maya Civilization

A world history kahoot for grade 9 - 12 designed to test your skills on the Maya Civilization. Based on NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE

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  1. Many historians hold the belief humans first came to the Americas after crossing the _____.
    Sahara Desert Atlantic Ocean Bering Strait Indian Ocean
  2. Where did the Mayan civilization begin?
    the Yucatan Peninsula the Indus River Valley Present-day Ecuador the Andes Mountains
  3. Which of the following was an ancient Mayan city?
    Titicaca Corinth Ur Tikal

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Ancient Rome: The Roman Republic

World History kahoot for grade 9 - 12 to strengthen their understanding of Ancient Rome. Based on National Social Studies Standards - NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE.

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  1. What was important about the Roman Republic?
    All people in Rome were considered citizens. Every class (except slaves) felt represented in society. It was the most successful government in ancient times. The Republic abolished slavery early on.
  2. What form of government existed in Rome prior to the start of the Republic?
    Monarchy Oligarchy Theocracy Democracy
  3. From 1000 BCE to 500 BCE, which three groups lived in the Roman region?
    Greeks, Macedonians, Sumerians Latins, Greeks, & Etruscans Sumerians, Egyptians, Latins None of these

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The Middle Ages

A history of the Middle Ages kahoot for grade 9 - 12. Based on NSS-WH5-12.4 Fall of the western Roman Empire (476) to about 1000 CE. -major global trends from 1000-1500 CE. -the redefining of European society and culture, 1000-1300 CE.

12 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 12/07/2017 answers
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  1. By the end of the 5th century, which group overran the western part of the Roman Empire?
    The French Germanic Tribes The Greeks Arab clans
  2. Which of the following was a change seen in Europe after the invasions of the Roman Empire?
    Decrease in trade Downfall of cities Population shifts Higher wages
  3. What was different about the Germanic invaders in comparison to the Romans?
    The Germanic invaders could not read or write. The Germanic invaders were mostly literate.

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World War II: The Build up to War in Europe & Asia

A World War 2 kahoot for grade 9 - 12, highlighting major events that led to war. Based on National Social Studies Standards - NSS-WH.5-12.8 ERA 8: A HALF-CENTURY OF CRISIS AND ACHIEVEMENT, 1900-1945.

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  1. What is totalitarianism?
    a type of government in which citizens have total control a theory of government in which there are three main leaders a type of government in which a party or leader controls all None of these
  2. Why did totalitarian states emerge after World War I?
    The Treaty of Versailles angered countries such as Germany. The Great Depression was difficult for many citizens. People searched for leaders that would make things better. All of these
  3. Which country created the first totalitarian system of control?
    Soviet Union Germany Japan Great Britain

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The Fall of the Roman Empire

A #worldhistory Kahoot for grades 9-12 to strengthen their understanding of #ancientrome. Based on National Social Studies Standards - NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE NSS-WH.5-12.4 ERA 4: EXPANDING ZONES OF EXCHANGE AND ENCOUNTER, 300-1000 CE

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  1. Which emperor is responsible for splitting the empire, a temporary solution to its problems?
    Marcus Aurelius Diocletian Julius Nepos Odoacer
  2. Who is considered the last of the so-called Five Good Emperors?
    Hadrian Trajan Marcus Aurelius Constantine
  3. True or False: Marcus Aurelius's son, Commodus, was a competent and strong leader.
    True False
  4. Why did Rome's once bountiful treasury begin to dry up?
    Roman expansion came to an end, meaning no new resources. Hostile groups from outside the empire disrupted trade. Pirates on the Mediterranean disrupted trade. All of these
  5. How did Rome deal with its mounting expenses?
    They started making coins which contained less silver. They raised taxes.

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Ancient Greece: The Empire of Alexander the Great

#WorldHistory #AncientGreece #grade9 #grade10 #grade11 #grade12 to strengthen their understanding of the #empireofalexander. Based on National Social Studies Standards - WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE

6+ Questions by History_by_Kahoot 10/20/2017 answers
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  1. Who was Philip II?
    King of Macedonia and father of Alexander The ruler of Athens The ruler of Sparta King of Macedonia and great-grandfather of Alexander
  2. Where was Macedonia located?
    South of Athens East of Athens North of Athens West of Athens
  3. What did the Greeks think of the Macedonians?
    They idolized the Macedonians. They looked down on them, thought they were uncivilized. They saw them as equal to the Greeks. None of these
  4. True or False: King Philip II of Macedonia conquered the Greeks after the Battle of Chaeronea.
    True False
  5. True or False: Alexander had a great tutor in Aristotle, a Greek philosopher.
    True False

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Ancient Greece: The Golden Age of Athens

#WorldHistory #AncientGreece #grade9 #grade10 #grade11 #grade12 to strengthen their understanding of the #goldenageofathens. Based on National Social Studies Standards - WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE

6+ Questions by History_by_Kahoot 10/20/2017 answers
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  1. For about how long did the Golden Age of Athens last?
    Close to 500 years Close to 50 years Close to 1000 years None of these
  2. Which of the following did not flourish during this time period?
    drama and poetry sculpture and architecture religion and psychology philosophy, science, and architecture
  3. True or False: Greece set a lasting legacy for standards in politics, art, and philosophy.
    True False
  4. Who was Pericles?
    A statesman who led Athens during its golden age. A leader from Sparta who conquered the Athenians. A general responsible for the kidnapping of Helen of Troy. None of these
  5. Which of the following was not one of Pericles's main goals during his own golden age?
    To strengthen Athenian democracy. To hold and strengthen the empire. To glorify Athens. To conquer Sparta and Thebes.

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World History: The French Revolution

#WorldHistory Kahoot for #grade9 #grade10 #grade11 #grade12 to review some key components of the French Revolution. National Social Studies Standards - WH.5-12.7 ERA 7: AN AGE OF REVOLUTIONS, 1750-1914

6+ Questions by History_by_Kahoot 10/20/2017 answers
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  1. Which social class made up the first estate of the Estates General?
    The Clergy Nobles Peasants and Bourgeoisie None of these
  2. Which social class made up the second estate of the Estates General?
    Clergy Nobility Peasants and Bourgeoisie None of these
  3. Which social class made up the third estate of the Estates General?
    Clergy Nobility Peasants and Bourgeoisie None of these
  4. Which of the following are the top three causes of the French Revolution?
    Poor Housing, Inefficient Rule, & Disease Grain Shortage, Estates General Issues, & Prison Riots Prison Riots, Social Inequalities, & Enlightenment Ideas Social Inequalities, Economic Trouble, & Enlightenment Ideas
  5. What did the members of the National Assembly swear during the Tennis Court Oath?
    They would overthrow the monarchy before their next meeting. They would not meet anywhere. They would preserve the monarchy for King Louis XVI. They would start a revolution before sundown.

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World History: World War I

#WorldHistory Kahoot for #grade9 #grade10 #grade11 #grade12 to strengthen their understanding of #WorldWarI Based on National Social Studies Standards - NSS-WH.5-12.8 ERA 8: A HALF-CENTURY OF CRISIS AND ACHIEVEMENT, 1900-1945: the causes and global consequences of World War I.

6+ Questions by History_by_Kahoot 10/20/2017 answers
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  1. The assassination of ______ escalated and eventually caused an outbreak of war.
    Archduke Franz Ferdinand Archduke Francis Fernando Paul von Hindenburg Wilhelm II
  2. Which of the following was not an Allied Power?
    France Britain Germany Russia
  3. Which of the following countries was not part of the Central Powers?
    Japan Germany Ottoman Empire Austria-Hungary
  4. What were the four main causes of World War I?
    militarism, independence, assassination, budget cuts alliances, independence, militarism, imperialism militarism, alliances, imperialism, nationalism None of these
  5. What was different about World War I in comparison to previous wars?
    All the technology fit right into the old school tactics. It was old-school war meets new technology. There were no major differences. Airplanes were the dominating force during this war.

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World History: The Age of Enlightenment

World History kahoot for grade 9 - 12 to strengthen their understanding of the Enlightenment. Based on National Social Studies Standard-WH.5-12.7 ERA 7: AN AGE OF REVOLUTIONS, 1750-1914

14 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 12/20/2017 answers
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  1. How did German writers react to the Thirty Years' War, one of the causes of the Enlightenment?
    They criticized the ideas of nationalism and warfare. They wrote in support of nationalism and warfare. They travelled from town to town to promote nationalism. None of these.
  2. Written in 1651, Hobbes was the first to describe the social contract theory in this book.
    The Social Contract Leviathan Two Treatises of Government The Republic
  3. Hobbes argued people were naturally _____ in the state of nature.
    happy, content, and peaceful good, moral, and just cruel, greedy, and selfish loving, intelligent, and honest

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Ancient Rome: The Rise of Christianity

#WorldHistory Kahoot for #grade9 #grade10 #grade11 #grade12 to strengthen their understanding of #ancientrome. Based on National Social Studies Standards - NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE.

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  1. What connection does Jesus of Nazareth have with the Roman Empire?
    Rome took control of the Jewish kingdom where Jesus resided. Jesus was from Rome. Jesus traveled to Rome while preaching All of the above
  2. Why were the Jews of Judea searching for a Messiah?
    Jews were polytheistic and wanted to spread their faith. Most Jews believed they could work with the Romans. They wanted to remain under Roman occupation. They wanted a savior king to restore their kingdom.
  3. Why did Jesus’s message resonate with the people of Judea, and eventually, residents of Rome?
    It embraced all people. It offered a personal relationship with one God. It made a promise of eternal life after death. All of these.
  4. After Pax Romana began to falter, what happened to Christians living in Rome?
    Marcus Aurelius gave them free land. They were completely accepted in Rome by 35 CE. Persecution of these Christians intensified. All of these.
  5. True or False: Crucifixion was an uncommon way to execute people in the Roman Empire.
    True False

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Ancient Rome: The Roman Empire

World History kahoot for grade 9 - 12 to strengthen their understanding of Ancient Rome. Based on National Social Studies Standards - NSS-WH.5-12.3 ERA 3: CLASSICAL TRADITIONS, MAJOR RELIGIONS, AND GIANT EMPIRES, 1000 BCE-300 BCE.

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  1. Which of the following was a reason for growing problems in Rome?
    growing discontent in the lower classes of Roman society breakdown in military order Etruscan kings ruling society fighting between Tiberius and Julius Caesar
  2. True or False: As Rome grew, so did the gap between the rich and the poor.
    True False
  3. What was a major issue faced by small farmers in the Roman Empire?
    They were hit hard by storms. Wealthy farmers would often steal their crops. They could not compete with slave labor from large estates. All of these.

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Christmas Traditions from Around the World

A Christmas kahoot based on the unique customs and traditions of the holiday as celebrated around the world!

11 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 12/07/2017 answers
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  1. In which two countries did Christmas greeting cards become popular in the mid-1800s?
    Austria and France England and the United States China and Germany England and Mexico
  2. In the eastern part of France, what day is symbolic of the holidays?
    New Year's Eve Boxing Day Christmas Eve Saint Nicholas Day
  3. Which day is considered to be the beginning of Christmas in Sweden?
    Christmas Eve Christmas Day St. Lucia Day The Feast of the Immaculate Conception

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The History and Traditions of Kwanzaa

A Kwanzaa kahoot highlighting the history and traditions of this African American holiday.

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  1. In what year did the holiday of Kwanzaa begin?
    1946 1966 1872 1898
  2. What event caused Dr. Maulana Karenga to want to bring the African-American community together?
    the Watts riots in Los Angeles the riots in Newark, New Jersey the Harlem riot in New York City the racial tensions in Tulsa, Oklahoma
  3. What elements did Dr. Karenga combine together to form the celebration of Kwanzaa?
    He took elements from various Christmas traditions. He researched ancient traditions of various religions. He included different parts of African harvest celebrations. He included elements from both the Ashanti and the Zulu.

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The Traditions of Hanukkah

A Hanukkah kahoot based on the customs and traditions of the holiday!

10 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 12/07/2017 answers
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  1. For how long does the celebration of Hanukkah last?
    Eight days Nine days Twelve days Ten days
  2. What does the word Hanukkah mean?
    "tradition" "dedication" "harvest" "end of battle"
  3. What does this Jewish celebration commemorate?
    the building of the First Temple of Jerusalem the birth of Moses the wandering of the Jewish people in the desert the rededication of the Second Temple of Jerusalem

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The History of Valentine’s Day

A history of Valentine's Day kahoot designed to test your knowledge on the origins of this holiday of love.

14 Questions by History_by_Kahoot 02/05/2018 answers
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  1. What was the purpose of the ancient-Roman festival known as Lupercalia?
    To release health and fertility To celebrate St. Valentine To celebrate the building of the Coliseum All of these
  2. When was Lupercalia celebrated?
    March 30th February 15th February 1st February 27th
  3. Why did the Catholic Church choose mid-February to host their holiday, St. Valentine's Day?
    They wanted to align it to fall after Christmas. They thought it would work best being close to the new year. They wanted to align it with the Winter Solstice. They wanted to Christianize the Lupercalia festival.

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