Welcome to our Famous Firsts Quiz, where you'll explore groundbreaking moments in history! From the first humans to achieve remarkable feats to the earliest innovations that changed the world, this quiz will challenge your knowledge of significant "firsts." With 15 thought-provoking questions, you'll dive into the milestones that have shaped our world in science, exploration, culture, and more. Test your trivia skills and see how well you know these pivotal moments in history!
Which country was the first to grant women the right to vote in national elections?
United States
New Zealand
Finland
Sweden
What was the first feature-length animated film ever released?
Pinocchio
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Steamboat Willie
Sleeping Beauty
What was the first movie to win the Academy Award for Best Picture?
Wings
The Jazz Singer
Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans
Gone with the Wind
Which city was the first to host the modern Olympic Games?
Paris
London
Athens
Rome
Which country was the first to use paper money?
China
Egypt
India
Greece
What was the first movie to gross over $1 billion at the box office?
Titanic
Jurassic Park
Star Wars: A New Hope
The Lion King
Who was the first person to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Charlie Chaplin
Joanne Woodward
Marilyn Monroe
Clark Gable
Who was the first president of the United States to reside in the White House?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
James Madison
Which country was the first to host the FIFA World Cup?
Uruguay
Brazil
Italy
Argentina
Who was the first person to reach the South Pole?
Roald Amundsen
Robert Falcon Scott
Ernest Shackleton
Richard Byrd
Which country was the first to establish a national park?
Yellowstone was the first national park.
United States
Canada
Australia
South Africa
Where was the very first skyscraper built?
The Home Life Insurance Building has the distinction of being the first skyscraper. It was completed in 1885, and was the first building built whose entire weight was supported with an iron frame.
Chicago
New York
London
Paris
Who was the first person to sign the U.S. Declaration of Independence?
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
John Hancock
What was the first African country to gain independence from colonial rule?
Liberia, which means “land of the free,” was the first nation on the African continent to gain its independence on July 26, 1847
Ghana
Egypt
South Africa
Liberia
What was the first spacecraft to fly by Pluto?
NASA approved the New Horizons mission in 2001 to conduct the first flyby of the small distant planet and its large moon Charon and explore the Kuiper Belt of small icy objects that lay beyond. The spacecraft launched a little over five years later, on Jan. 19, 2006.
Voyager 1
Pioneer 10
New Horizons
Galileo
Shall we take another crack at it?
It looks like this quiz wasn't quite your moment, but don’t be discouraged! There’s so much to learn from these fascinating "firsts" that shaped history. Consider this a warm-up and an opportunity to dive deeper into the world of groundbreaking achievements. Brush up on your trivia, and give it another go—you’ll be amazed at how much you can improve with just a bit more exploration. History’s a vast subject, and there’s always more to discover!
Nice work! You’ve got a solid grasp of some of history’s most important firsts. From the first people to make history in space to the firsts in technology and culture, you’ve shown that you know your stuff. While there’s always room to learn more, you’ve demonstrated a strong understanding of these milestone moments. Keep up the good work, and who knows—maybe your next quiz attempt will put you in the top tier of trivia experts!
Outstanding! You’ve truly mastered the art of "firsts" with an impressive performance. Your knowledge of history’s key milestones is nothing short of brilliant, and it’s clear that you have a deep understanding of these pivotal events. Whether it’s space exploration, groundbreaking inventions, or historic achievements, you’ve nailed it. This quiz was a challenge, and you rose to the occasion. Keep shining, and take pride in your exceptional trivia skills—you're in the top league!
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