History quiz: Which famous rulers do you know?

Power, myth and monarchs: In this simple history quiz, you put your knowledge of world-famous rulers to the test.

This simple history quiz is all about great rulers, powerful monarchs and visionary rulers. You may know some names from school, others from films or series. But how good is your historical knowledge really? Test now which famous personalities you can recognize from a few short clues and collect points like a real history pro!

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One question will lead you on the trail of the discovery of America: Who was the Queen of Castile who significantly supported Columbus’ first voyage? Her decision to finance the expedition changed the course of history. Without her, Christopher Columbus might never have sailed across the Atlantic. This ruler was not only religious, but also strategically astute and politically ambitious. Her support laid the foundations for the Spanish colonial empire and for one of the greatest turning points of modern times.

This simple history quiz is also about a completely different kind of power, practical reason. Which German ruler gave the “Kartoffelbefehl” in 1765 to cultivate the potato as a foodstuff? He recognized early on how nutritious and resistant this plant was and campaigned for its spread. Although many farmers were initially skeptical about the tuber, the ruler was not to be deterred: he won over the people with a royal decree, clever PR and the occasional trick. Do you know who that was?

Russia also plays a role in the history quiz: Who was the first Russian ruler to be crowned tsar in the 16th century?
This title meant more than just rule.
It was a symbol of the claim to see Russia as a great empire.
But with it also came an era of cruelty and control. But with it also came an era of cruelty and control.
Sein Name steht für das Aufblühen eines zentralisierten russischen Staates, aber auch für politische Säuberungen und Angstherrschaft. Do you know his name?

Take part in the history quiz and fight your way through the ranks of the most powerful rulers of all time!

18. January 26, 14:00 – Isabell Slisz