History Quizzes for Sixth Grade

Ready to match states to their capitals? This is Part 3 and we will be on the third row and starting the fourth row at 21. Recommended for grades: 4,5,6

Did you know the Statue of Liberty's torch looks like an ice cream cone? This quiz was inspired by a remark from my grandson who is in first grade. I hope to see this glorious Lady with him some day! Recommended for grades: 4,5,6

Children in the US celebrate Thanksgiving amidst turkeys traced from their hands, wearing colonial hats and headdresses made of construction paper - but what really happened in 1621 at the first "official" Thanksgiving celebration? Recommended for grades: 5,6,7

Once upon a time, not so long ago, nothing was plugged in. Perhaps surprisingly so to the children of today, people actually survived those days with no trouble at all. Come along to my grandparents' farm with me and I'll tell you how. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

Throughout history, young people have done remarkable things. Here are ten of the more famous young men and women who created history. Recommended for grades: 4,5,6

Let's see how well you know all 50 States and their capitals. I am going to go in order of statehood not alphabetical to make it tricky. All you have to do is match the capital to the state. Good luck. Recommended for grades: 4,5,6

The Old West is considered to be the lands in the U.S. that were west of the Mississippi River, and the period of history from the end of the Civil War to the early 1900s. Let's see what you know about some of the people who made history there! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

Ancient Greece was a land of gods and heroes, great temples and great ideas. What do you know about ancient Greece? Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

During a span of almost a thousand years, the ancient Egyptians developed a culture that remained virtually unchanged throughout their long history. Can you identify these terms that have been used since the Archaic Period and Old Kingdom? Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

Going back to ancient history, there are many pairs of people who are associated together - fathers and sons, siblings, couples, or friends. See if you can correctly match the ones most likely to be in the same story! Recommended for grades: 4,5,6,7,8

Is fifth grade too tough? Some people think kids learn too much at this age. This quiz contains questions mostly on US history, with a couple of other history questions as well. Recommended for grades: 4,5,6

History is a continuous process and new things happen every day, but some events really stand out as key points. Can you match the event to the year in which it took place? Good luck! Recommended for grades: 5,6,7

'Saturday's child works hard for a living', according to the rhyme. I'm not sure if these ten British woman were born on a Saturday, but they all became well known for the work they did. Can you match the names to their achievements? Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9

Match the archaeological site with its location on the map! Good luck! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

Test your basic knowledge of one of the most difficult times in United States history, the Civil War. Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8

Time for Part 2 of the Fifty States and Capitals Match Up. Match the State with its capital and I will provide you a historical background and info about each state. Recommended for grades: 4,5,6

This quiz is all about World War II. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

I will give you two events in US history and you select the state where the events took place. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

This is a quiz about the history of the United States of America. Each answer will focus on a different letter of the alphabet from A to J! Recommended for grades: 5,6,7

Many of the people who came to Australia with its first European settlement were convicts. Here is some of their history. Recommended for grades: 6,7

During a span of almost a thousand years the ancient Egyptians developed a culture that remained virtually unchanged throughout their long history. Can you identify these terms that have been used since the Archaic Period and Old Kingdom? Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

This is a quiz about ancient Egypt for grade school children. Adults are welcome to play it as well! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

This is my first quiz. I hope you enjoy it! I wrote it with some help from Mom. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9

A general knowledge quiz all about United States history. All multiple choice. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

United States history questions. Recommended for grades: 6,7,9

Here are 10 questions about people and events of American history. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9

How much do you know about what occurred in American history during the 1770s? Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

According to the State of California, these are things fifth graders should know about US history. How well would you do in school in California? Recommended for grades: 5,6

World War 2 is a topic many people could expound on for a long time. It is very interesting and can keep you looking into the topic through long periods of time. Have fun and good luck! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10,11

This is a quiz on the sixth grade social studies unit on Colonial America. For kids who want to test their knowledge or adults who want to see what they remember! Recommended for grades: 6

Ancient Egypt had an interesting culture. Recommended for grades: 5,6,7

Presidental ABCs! Good luck... Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

Sit back and relax and take a ride back in time. See how much you remember from history classes. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8

Major facts of World War II. Enjoy. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9

This is about the Pilgrims and their trip to America. Recommended for grades: 5,6,7

The Seven Wonders of the World is a list made by Herodotus, a historian who lived during ancient times. The ones in this quiz are monuments which were not included in the list of the Seven Wonders. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

This is a quiz about inventors and what they invented. Good luck and tell me what you think of my quiz. Recommended for grades: 5,6,7,8

General knowledge of the events, people, places, and factors of World War II. Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

After Sparta conquered Athens, Athens' democracy collapsed. Athens' ideology seemed to have failed. Many must have lost hope. But did nothing really matter anymore? Take this quiz to find out! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9,10

On this quiz I'll test you on your knowledge of the Battle of Lake Erie. I hope you enjoy! Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9

Let's see if you can compare with these great composers. :) Recommended for grades: 6,7,8,9