Create History Quizzes in Seconds
Build engaging history quizzes for world history, US history, ancient civilizations, and more. Add maps and primary source images, run live sessions, and get instant class analytics.
Free forever. No credit card required.
Built for History Teachers
Go beyond dates and facts. Engage students with evidence-based questions that build historical thinking skills.
Timeline & Chronology Questions
Test students on historical sequence with puzzle-order questions. Build understanding of cause and effect across eras.
Map & Image Support
Embed historical maps, primary source images, and political cartoons directly in your questions for rich visual context.
Primary Source Analysis
Create type-answer and open-ended questions for document analysis. Challenge students to interpret evidence and form arguments.
Instant Class Analytics
See which historical events, periods, or concepts students struggle with. Adjust instruction before misconceptions stick.
50
Students per game - free
8
Question types
5×
More students than Kahoot free
How It Works
Build your quiz
Add history questions, images, and primary sources in minutes.
Launch live
Share a 6-digit PIN. Students join instantly - no app needed.
Analyze results
See where students struggled and adjust your next lesson.
Everything included - free
- Multiple choice, true/false, and sorting/puzzle questions
- Image support for maps, charts, and primary sources
- Live game sessions with up to 50 students
- Real-time leaderboard and per-question accuracy data
- Student-paced mode for independent document analysis
- No student account or app download required
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the history quiz maker free?▾
Yes. The free plan includes unlimited history quizzes, live games for up to 50 students, and 5 free AI quiz generations. Pro ($3.99/month) unlocks unlimited AI generation, all 10 question types, and 150 players per game.
How many students can join a live history quiz?▾
Up to 50 students per game on the free plan. Pro raises the cap to 150 players, and Ultimate to 500 for whole-grade events.
Do students need accounts to play?▾
No. Students join with a 6-digit game PIN and a nickname from any device with a browser. No accounts, emails, or app downloads required.
What question types can I use in a history quiz?▾
The free plan includes multiple choice, true/false, and type-answer questions. Pro adds seven more, including puzzle ordering, matching, fill-in-the-blank, sliders, polls, and word clouds, for 10 types in total.
How does the AI generate history questions?▾
Type a topic, like the French Revolution or the American Civil War, and the AI writes a ready-to-play quiz with answer options and explanations in seconds. You can edit every question before you host the game.
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