Author Biography: Reamar42

1.

  World War I at the Movies    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

As one of the largest and most destructive events in history, World War I has had many great films made about the conflict, or set during it. Can you match these WW1 movie titles to their descriptions?

Easier, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Dec 05 23

Category: War in Movies

Easier
Reamar42
Dec 05 23
471 plays

2.

  Wars of the Roses    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The Wars of the Roses were a series of civil conflicts fought over the Crown of England from 1455-1487. The two warring factions were the Yorkists and the Lancastrians, both cadet branches of the House of Plantagenet. How much do you know about this war?

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Sep 03 24

Category: War of the Roses

Average
Reamar42
Sep 03 24
219 plays

3.

  Vlad Tepes    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

A controversial figure from Eastern European history, Vlad Tepes (Vlad the Impaler In English) was a Prince of what is now Romania. He is depicted as a bloodthirsty villain in the West, but is regarded as a hero in his homeland. Was Vlad so bad?

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Apr 05 24

Category: Romanians

Average
Reamar42
Apr 05 24
90 plays

4.

  Shades of Red    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

There are many different shades of the color red. Here are ten things that have something to do with one of those shades. Match the item on the left to the description on the right.

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Nov 09 23

Category: Red

Very Easy
Reamar42
Nov 09 23
729 plays

5.

  Find the Connection    

Mystery Sort

 16 Qns

In this quiz are several different items. Find the connection and sort them into their proper places.

Average, 16 Qns, Reamar42, Nov 17 23

Category: Mystery Sort

Average
Reamar42
Nov 17 23
543 plays

6.

  Indo-European Language or Not?    

Collection Quiz

 11 Qns

Scholars in several different countries began noticing the similarities between languages spoken in places as far apart as India, Iran, and Europe as early as the 16h Century. English scientist Thomas first used the phrase "Indo-European" in 1813.

Easier, 11 Qns, Reamar42, Nov 20 23

Category: Languages

Easier
Reamar42
Nov 20 23
338 plays

7.

  Whose Colony Is It, Anyway?    

Mystery Sort

 20 Qns

From the time that Columbus first sailed into the West from Spain in 1492, the European powers colonized the Americas, Africa, and parts of Asia. Which colony belongs to which country?

Easier, 20 Qns, Reamar42, Dec 07 23

Category: European Overseas Empires

Easier
Reamar42
Dec 07 23
370 plays

8.

  The Color's the Thing    

Mystery Sort

 16 Qns

Another (hopefully) fun Mystery Sort quiz. Merely figure out what the connection is and place the items in the correct box.

Average, 16 Qns, Reamar42, Dec 08 23

Category: Mystery Sort

Average
Reamar42
Dec 08 23
241 plays

9.

  WW2 Japanese Aircraft Carriers    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

The Imperial Japanese Navy was at the forefront of naval aviation after World War I, completing the first dedicated aircraft carrier. Their carrier fleet was the main striking force in the Pacific during World War II. What do you know about these ships?

Tough, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Dec 03 23

Category: WW2 Maritime

Tough
Reamar42
Dec 03 23
215 plays

10.

  A Quick History of Michigan    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

Michigan, as anyone who was born here can tell you, is a state that one can show (at least in the lower peninsula) a location by holding up a hand and pointing to a part of it. How much do you know about the history of the state?

Average, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Dec 05 23

Category: Michigan

Average
Reamar42
Dec 05 23
164 plays

11.

  Submarines of the Soviet Navy    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

During the Cold War, the Soviets built what would become the largest submarine fleet in the world. While not always as technologically advanced as their Western counterparts, Soviet designers were bold and innovative. What do you know about them?

Difficult, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Dec 18 23

Category: Naval Forces

Difficult
Reamar42
Dec 18 23
60 plays

12.

  Step on a Crack, Break Your Mother's Back    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

We all grew up with the common knowledge that certain actions caused bad luck, or guaranteed good fortune. Here are a few examples; how many can you remember?

Easier, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Jan 16 24

Category: Superstitions

Easier
Reamar42
Jan 16 24
867 plays

13.

  American Generals: Which War?    

Classification Quiz

 16 Qns

Since the American Revolutionary War, some very able (as well as some not so able) men have served as generals in one of the various incarnations of American armies. Sort out these men into the correct conflicts in which they served.

Easier, 16 Qns, Reamar42, Jan 14 24

Category: U.S. Army

Easier
Reamar42
Jan 14 24
474 plays

14.

  Sorry, I'm Only the Bass Player    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Not usually as well known as guitarists or singers, bassists a vital part of any rock band. As a fan of classic rock, my favorite bands are those from the 60s and 70s. Can you name the bass guitarists from some of the most successful bands of this era?

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Feb 02 24

Category: Bass Guitarists

Average
Reamar42
Feb 02 24
245 plays

15.

  All Things Blue    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The color blue is part of various idiomatic expressions in the English language. See how many of these different phrases containing the word blue you can remember.

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Feb 03 24

Category: Blue

Average
Reamar42
Feb 03 24
639 plays

16.

  Red Scare: The Cold War in Film    

Match Quiz

 15 Qns

Lasting from the end of World War II until the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, the Cold War between the Eastern and Western blocs was often portrayed in movies. Match the film description to the title.

Average, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Mar 08 24

Category: War in Movies

Average
Reamar42
Mar 08 24
349 plays

17.

  World War II Armored Vehicles - Who Made What?    

Classification Quiz

 12 Qns

The major powers that fought in World War II all manufactured many different armored vehicles for their armies. Match the vehicle with the country where it was built.

Average, 12 Qns, Reamar42, Mar 10 24

Category: Military Vehicles

Average
Reamar42
Mar 10 24
340 plays

18.

  The Essex Class Aircraft Carriers    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The largest class of capital ships ever built were the American "Essex" class aircraft carriers. Authorized before World War II, these ships were some of the longest serving vessels in the U.S. Navy. Test your knowledge of these fine ships.

Tough, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Mar 26 24

Category: U.S. Navy

Tough
Reamar42
Mar 26 24
105 plays

19.

  The Midway Class Carriers    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

First designed during World War II, the U.S. "Midway" class aircraft carriers were completed too late to see action in that conflict. They did go on to serve the U.S. Navy as front line units for some 40 years. How much do you know about these ships?

Tough, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Apr 01 24

Category: Naval Forces

Tough
Reamar42
Apr 01 24
108 plays

20.

  The United States and the Forrestal Carriers    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

In 1948, the United States Navy was authorized to build the first supercarriers, the "United States" class ships. This class was followed by the "Forrestal" class of the early 1950s. How much do you know about these ships?

Tough, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Apr 10 24

Category: U.S. Navy

Tough
Reamar42
Apr 10 24
73 plays

21.

  Founding Dates of Cities in North America    

Ordering Quiz

 10 Qns

Discovered by Europeans in the 16th century, the continent of North America soon became a destination for colonists from various countries. These ten cities were all founded by European settlers. Place the cities in the order that they were founded.

Difficult, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Apr 05 24

Category: North America

Difficult
Reamar42
Apr 05 24
181 plays

22.

  A King or a Queen in America?    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Unlike most other parts of the world, the United States has never had a monarchy or hereditary nobility. Still, we have had our share of Kings and Queens. Can you identify these ten people, all of whom are associated with the words "King" or "Queen"?

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, May 03 24

Category: Who is this Celebrity?

Very Easy
Reamar42
May 03 24
1099 plays

23.

  Emperors of the Holy Roman Empire    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

The entity known as the Holy Roman Empire, based mostly in Germany, began in the Middle Ages and was finally ended by Napoleon in 1806. Several noble families held the crown during that time. Can you name some of the more famous Emperors?

Average, 15 Qns, Reamar42, May 05 24

Category: Royals Central Europe

Average
Reamar42
May 05 24
110 plays

24.

  Battleships of the Imperial Japanese Navy    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

After the 1868 Meiji Restoration, Japan set out to become a military and industrial power like the countries of the West. One way to project this power was by building a large naval force, including the largest capital ships of the time, battleships.

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Jun 06 24

Category: Japan

Average
Reamar42
Jun 06 24
130 plays

25.

  In retrospect, it wasn't the smartest idea...    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

As any student of history can tell you, there have been many famous and infamous blunders committed over the years, by governments, corporations, and individuals. See how much you know about these ten gaffes.

Easier, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Sep 03 24

Category: Blunders, What Ifs, Intrigue

Easier
Reamar42
Sep 03 24
540 plays

26.

  U.S. Teams in the NHL    

Collection Quiz

 12 Qns

This quiz is made up of American teams (including defunct), that have played in the National Hockey League.

Very Easy, 12 Qns, Reamar42, Jun 07 24

Category: NHL Teams

Very Easy
Reamar42
Jun 07 24
372 plays

27.

  Smaller 19th and 20th Century Wars    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Much has been written about the larger conflicts in world history, such as the Napoleonic Wars and the two World Wars. How much do you know about some of the smaller wars of the 19th and 20th centuries, some of which had far-reaching consequences?

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Jul 03 24

Category: Assorted Wars

Average
Reamar42
Jul 03 24
326 plays

28.

  A Hero's Death in War Movies    

Match Quiz

 15 Qns

War movies have been around since movies began to be made in the late 1800s. These are 15 films in which the main character or characters, the heroes, die in the movie. Match the title to the plot description.

Very Easy, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Jul 16 24

Category: War in Movies

Very Easy
Reamar42
Jul 16 24
491 plays

29.

  The Hungarian Nation    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

Modern Hungary is a country in south-central Europe, with a history dating back to medieval times. How much do you know about the history of this country and its people?

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Aug 02 24

Category: Hungary

Average
Reamar42
Aug 02 24
123 plays

30.

  The Great Lakes of North America    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

The five Great Lakes in North America are the largest group of freshwater lakes on Earth. They make up part of the border between the United States and Canada and provide water for millions of people in both countries. How much do you know about them?

Easier, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Aug 03 24

Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11,12

Category: North American Bodies of Water

Easier
Reamar42
Aug 03 24
326 plays

31.

  Bodies of Water: Where am I?    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, bays, creeks, and ponds are just some of the names (in English) of the various bodies of water found on Earth. Match the body of water to the geographical location.

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Aug 05 24

Recommended for grades: 8,9,10,11,12

Category: Bodies of Water

Very Easy
Reamar42
Aug 05 24
547 plays

32.

  The Dance of Death: Bubonic Plague Outbreaks    

Ordering Quiz

 10 Qns

The Bubonic Plague is one of the most deadly diseases known to humanity. There have been many outbreaks of this disease over the centuries, killing millions of people. Place the significant outbreaks in their historical order.

Tough, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Sep 05 24

Category: Plague

Tough
Reamar42
Sep 05 24
96 plays

33.

  All Things Tanks    

Multiple Choice

 20 Qns

The tank was introduced by the British during World War I. Tanks have since evolved from units that could hardly move faster than soldiers could walk into the lethal machines that dominate the modern battlefield. Test your knowledge of these weapons.

Average, 20 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 14 24

Category: Military Vehicles

Average
Reamar42
Oct 14 24
137 plays

34.

  British Aircraft Models    

Collection Quiz

 15 Qns

The British Royal Air Force and its naval counterpart, the Fleet Air Arm, have been at the forefront of aircraft design and development for over one hundred years. Can you pick out the British aircraft models from the list?

Easier, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 07 24

Category: RAF

Easier
Reamar42
Oct 07 24
190 plays

35.

  Authors by Genre    

Classification Quiz

 16 Qns

I have enjoyed reading since I can remember, and, like most bibliophiles that I know, I have favorite genres of literature and favorite authors in those genres. Your task here is to place each famous author in the category for which they are most known.

Easier, 16 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 10 24

Category: Authors and their Works

Easier
Reamar42
Oct 10 24
470 plays

36.

  All Things Tanks: The Sequel    

Multiple Choice

 15 Qns

Welcome to my second quiz on tanks and their history, from their first use on the battlefield to today's main battle tanks. How much of a tank geek are you? (And why don't I see you at the meetings?)

Tough, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 23 24

Category: Military Vehicles

Tough
Reamar42
Oct 23 24
90 plays

37.

  My Favorite Film Directors 3    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Alright, I admit that I am a movie geek; every quiz I write about films makes me want to go deeper into the topic. As I wrote my first two quizzes about my favorite directors, I kept remembering more of my favorite films and those who made them.

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 27 23

Category: Name The Director

Very Easy
Reamar42
Oct 27 23
683 plays

38.

  My Favorite Film Directors    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

I have been a movie fan ever since I can remember. While I am no expert on the technical aspects of film production, I do have an appreciation for the work of certain film directors. Here are some of my favorites; match the director to the film clues.

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 23 23

Category: Name The Director

Very Easy
Reamar42
Oct 23 23
574 plays

39.

  World History at its Darkest    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

In the 5000-odd years of recorded history, there have been times where our behavior towards our fellow humans has been atrocious, which leads one to wonder if the term "civilization" is truly applicable. How much do you know about these ten examples?

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Nov 06 23

Category: History Around the World

Average
Reamar42
Nov 06 23
520 plays

40.

  My Favorite Film Directors 2    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

While writing my first quiz about my favorite film directors, I had to leave a few names off for the sake of brevity. Here are ten more of my favorite directors; match the director to the clues provided. Enjoy!

Easier, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 24 23

Category: Name The Director

Easier
Reamar42
Oct 24 23
390 plays

41.

  Famous Figures from American History    

Mystery Sort

 16 Qns

U.S. history is full of interesting people who left their mark in our nation's story. Can you categorize these 19th Century figures into their proper group by their accomplishments?

Easier, 16 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 11 23

Category: U.S.A. People

Easier
Reamar42
Oct 11 23
465 plays

42.

  Movies Starring John Wayne    

Collection Quiz

 19 Qns

John Wayne, with a total of 179 films to his credit, was one of the most popular American actors in history. He made mostly Westerns and war movies, and could definitely be described as a "larger than life" character. How well do you know his films?

Easier, 19 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 06 23

Category: Wayne, John

Easier
Reamar42
Oct 06 23
596 plays

43.

  Colonies Founded in the USA    

Ordering Quiz

 15 Qns

Soon after European explorers found the Americas, colonization began. Several different nations founded colonies in what would later become the United States. Place the colony and the founding country in chronological order.

Tough, 15 Qns, Reamar42, Nov 04 23

Category: U.S. Colonial History

Tough
Reamar42
Nov 04 23
182 plays

44.

  World War II at the Movies    

Collection Quiz

 19 Qns

World War II, being the largest and most destructive war in history (so far!), has naturally been a favorite subject for moviemakers, with some films made while the war was still raging. Can you pick out World War II films from those set in other times?

Easier, 19 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 04 23

Category: War in Movies

Easier
Reamar42
Oct 04 23
668 plays

45.

  My Favorite Movies of 1998    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

I remember 1998 as another good year for movies. These are my ten favorites from that year, see how many of them that you can recall.

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Aug 08 23

Category: 1990s Movies

Very Easy
Reamar42
Aug 08 23
1663 plays

46.

  My Favorite Movies of 1990    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Hello again, movie lovers. This is a quiz about my personal favorite films from the year 1990. These are not necessarily the most honored nor the most critically acclaimed films of the year, just the ones that I liked the most.

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Jun 23 24

Category: Movies by Year

Very Easy
Reamar42
Jun 23 24
1394 plays

47.

  My Favorite Movies of 1997    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Here are my ten favorite movies from the year 1997. I'm willing to bet that some of them were among your favorites as well. Enjoy!

Very Easy, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Aug 06 23

Category: 1990s Movies

Very Easy
Reamar42
Aug 06 23
1061 plays

48.

  My Favorite Movies of 1992    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

Here are some of my favorite movies from the year 1992. I'm sure that you will find some of your favorites on the list as well. Enjoy!

Easier, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Jul 29 23

Category: 1990s Movies

Easier
Reamar42
Jul 29 23
1142 plays

49.

  Michigan: The Great Lakes State    

Multiple Choice

 10 Qns

The American state of Michigan is surrounded by the Great Lakes, and you are never more than six miles from a source of water anywhere in the state. How much do you know about the state's landmarks?

Average, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Oct 17 23

Recommended for grades: 9,10,11,12

Category: Michigan

Average
Reamar42
Oct 17 23
289 plays

50.

  My Favorite Movies of 1994    

Match Quiz

 10 Qns

I consider myself a confirmed movie lover, watching a good film has always been one of my favorite pastimes. Here are my ten favorite films from the year 1994. See how many you know.

Easier, 10 Qns, Reamar42, Aug 01 23

Category: 1990s Movies

Easier
Reamar42
Aug 01 23
1012 plays