History Round 2
From ancient empires to modern milestones — more history to ponder over a pint.
1.Which French emperor was exiled to Elba?
2.What year did the Great Fire of London occur?
3.Who was the Egyptian queen romantically linked to Julius Caesar and Mark Antony?
4.Which document did King John sign in 1215?
5.Who discovered penicillin?
6.In which war did the Battle of the Somme take place?
7.Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during most of World War II?
8.Which ancient civilisation built Machu Picchu?
9.What year did women in the UK first get the right to vote on equal terms with men?
10.Who was assassinated in Dallas, Texas in November 1963?
Related rounds
History rounds test knowledge of British and world events, monarchs, wars, and key dates. Perfect for pub quiz regulars who love a challenge.
Each question includes a fact to spark conversation between rounds — ideal for keeping the pub atmosphere lively.