Do you love exploring the events and figures that shaped the world we live in today? Test your knowledge with this Modern History trivia quiz. We’ve compiled a list of questions and answers that cover a range of topics from the 20th and 21st centuries, including politics, technology, culture, and more. Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a fun challenge, this quiz is sure to entertain and educate. So, get ready to travel through time and put your Modern History knowledge to the test!
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What was the main cause of World War I?
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Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during the Brexit vote?
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Where exactly did the terrorist attack on Ariana Grande take place?
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Who was the leader of the Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO)?
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In what location was Osama Bin Laden killed?
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Which of the following countries was not a member of the European Union at its inception?
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When did 9/11 take place?
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In which of the following countries did Nelson Mandela die?
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Which of the following countries was not a member of the Soviet Union?
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Who was the first president of the United States?
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Where did miraculous landing take place for Captain Sully's Plane?
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When did Barack Obama first become President of the United States?
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What country did the US take out of Saddam Hussein's regime?
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Who was the first woman to serve as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom?
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Who was the first president of the Russian Federation?
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Who was the first woman to be nominated for President of the United States by a major political party?
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Who was the first man to walk on the moon?
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In which year did the Berlin Wall fall, symbolizing the end of the Cold War?
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Which of the following was not a member of the Axis Powers during World War II?
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Who was the leader of the Nationalist forces during the Chinese Civil War?
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Who was the President of the United States from 2009-2017?
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What Was the Location of the Japanese Nuclear Disaster?
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When exactly did the bombings at the Boston Marathon take place?
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Where did Donald Trump officially declare his candidacy for president?
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Who was the leader of North Vietnam during the Vietnam War?
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Which of the following countries did NOT join the European Union in 2004?
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Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during World War II?
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Who was the first president of the Republic of South Africa?
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Who was the leader of the Islamic Revolution in Iran?
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Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Cold War?
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