This history quiz is designed to probe the depths of your knowledge on seminal events that have shaped the modern world. Comprising 16 questions that escalate in difficulty, it will delve into topics ranging from geopolitics to groundbreaking reforms and pivotal movements that left an indelible mark on human civilization. So shall we see what you know about the modern age?
1 of 16
Which international organization was established by the Treaty of Lisbon?
World Trade Organization
NATO
United Nations
European External Action Service
2 of 16
Who won the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to combat climate change in 2007?
Malala Yousafzai
Kofi Annan
Al Gore
Barack Obama
3 of 16
What was the key issue behind the Standing Rock protests?
Land Rights
Police Brutality
Oil Pipeline Construction
Racial Discrimination
4 of 16
What was the primary aim of the Affordable Care Act in the U.S.?
Gun Control
Health Reform
Education Reform
Immigration Reform
5 of 16
What was the name of the United Nations resolution that authorized military action in the Korean War in 1950?
Which financial instrument was at the center of the 2008 Global Financial Crisis?
Government Bonds
Collateralized Debt Obligations
Currency Swaps
Stock Options
14 of 16
What initiative was the precursor to the European Union, established in 1951?
Council of Europe
European Free Trade Association
European Economic Community
European Coal and Steel Community
15 of 16
What was the main consequence of India's Operation Smiling Buddha in 1974?
Indiaโs first nuclear test
Launch of a satellite
Peace treaty with Pakistan
Introduction of the Green Revolution
16 of 16
Which Latin American country experienced hyperinflation exceeding 50,000% in 1989?
Brazil
Peru
Venezuela
Argentina
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You may not have all the historical facts at your fingertips, but that's okay. Remember, every historian starts... READ MOREYou may not have all the historical facts at your fingertips, but that's okay. Remember, every historian starts somewhere. Your score reflects not a lack of intelligence but perhaps a lack of exposure. Dive into the oceans of global history and discover the currents that shape our world today. It pays to know where things begin so we can anticipate how they will end.
You've shown a good measure of understanding, though there's room for improvement. Your curiosity has brought you this... READ MOREYou've shown a good measure of understanding, though there's room for improvement. Your curiosity has brought you this far, and it's the same curiosity that would propel you through tomes of history books and documentaries. Don't stop digging; the modern world still has much to show you.
Well done! Your grasp of significant global events is far above average. While you may have missed a few questions... READ MOREWell done! Your grasp of significant global events is far above average. While you may have missed a few questions, your understanding suggests you're more than a casual consumer of history. You'd be an ideal person to invite for a deep 3am discussions about modern events.
Master Historian: Astonishing! Your deep-seated understanding of the modern world and its complex tapestry of events is... READ MOREMaster Historian: Astonishing! Your deep-seated understanding of the modern world and its complex tapestry of events is commendable. In a world constantly rewriting itself, your knowledge serves as a reliable compass. We commend your intellectual prowess, as well as your impressive memory!
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