Random Miscellaneous American History Trivia Quiz Questions

Printable random American trivia questions about American history.

By law, where in the U.S. do you not have to pay taxes?
A: An Indian Reservation

What food item was banned in United States movie theatres in the 1920s?
A: Popcorn, it was too noisy

In 1776 the first union went on strike in the US. Who went on strike?
A: Journeyman Printers

John Glen, the first astronaut to orbit earth, was in which service?
A: US Marine Corps

Which President was the first to be televised?
A: F D Roosevelt at the World's Fair in 1939

Dr Seuss created the first animated TV ad for what car company?
A: Ford

What was the original slogan of Doctor Peppers?
A: Liquid Sunshine

Johnny Weissmuller was the first person elected to the what?
A: US swimming hall fame

What was Walt Disney's middle name?
A: Elias

The Jell-O company tried what unusual flavor in 1942?
A: Cola

In the United States, what is Marine One?
A: Presidents Helicopter

Facts, Briefs, Destiny and Chance were early names for what publication?
A: Time Magazine

George Washington Thomas Jefferson and Sam Adams all did what?
A: Brewed own beer

In the American Zip Code, what does Zip stand for?
A: Zone Improvement Plan

What occupation had the most fatal work injuries in 1994?
A: Truck Drivers

What was the first foreign company to start up a factory in the U.S.?
A: Volkswagen

In its first year, 330 of them were sold. What are they?
A: VW Beetle

Aaron Copeland wrote a ballet about what American folk hero?
A: Billy the Kid

What great politician was nicknamed "The Great Communicator"?
A: Ronald Regan

Jackson Whipps Showalter was a US champion at what game?
A: Chess