When it comes to history, Hawaii doesn't always get its proper dues! Do you think you know Hawaii history better than most? Take these 12 quiz questions and put your Hawaii history knowledge to the test!
Question 1/12
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What is the capital of Hawaii?
Oahu
Maui
Honolulu
Question 2/12
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True or false: True or False. The US government directly overthrew the Hawaiian Monarchy and took over Hawaii.
True
False
Question 3/12
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Who was the last monarch of Hawaii?
King Kalakaua
Queen Liliuokalani
Queen Elizabeth II
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In what year was the last monarch of Hawaii overthrown?
1893
1941
1908
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What was the name did Captain James Cook give the islands in 1778?
The Pacific Islands
The Midway Islands
The Sandwich Islands
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What was James Cook actually searching for when he came upon the Hawaiian Islands?
China
Japan
Northwest passage
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Up until what year were the islands considered a British protectorate?
1841
1897
1816
Question 8/12
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What denomination of Christians were among the first and most prominent in converting the islands to Christianity?
Mormons
Congregationalists
Methodists
Question 9/12
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What was the ancient Hawaiian system of laws and customs that were strictly enforced for many generations?
Moana
Mana
Kapu
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What was the name of the 1875 treaty between the Kingdom of Hawaii and the US?
The Sugar Cane Agreement
The Reciprocity Treaty
The Hawaiian Free Trade Agreement
Question 11/12
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How did Queen Liliuokalani's reign end?
She died of old age
She was overthrown
The citizens of Hawaii voted to become a republic
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Which U.S. president was born in Hawaii?
Barack Obama
Bill Clinton
Gerald Ford
Based on the results of this quiz, you are a Hawaii history novice! You might know a little bit when it comes to the history of this great island state, but not enough to call yourself a true Hawaiian history buff. Better luck next time!
C+, Hawaii History Novice
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Right!
Based on the results of this quiz, you are a true Hawaiian history ace! It's obvious that you know the history of Hawaii like only a true history buff can. From the early days of Hawaiian monarchy to Pearl Harbor and statehood. You know the history of this state far better than most!
B+, Hawaiian History Ace
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Right!
Based on the results of this quiz, you are a true Hawaiian history expert! It's obvious that you know the history of Hawaii better than most Americans. In fact, we'd go so far as to call you a Hawaii history buff. From the days of Monarchy to true statehood, you know Hawaiian history like an expert. Go you!
A+, Hawaiian History Expert
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Right!
1
What is the capital of Hawaii?
Oahu
Maui
Honolulu
2
True or false: True or False. The US government directly overthrew the Hawaiian Monarchy and took over Hawaii.
True
False
3
Who was the last monarch of Hawaii?
King Kalakaua
Queen Liliuokalani
Queen Elizabeth II
4
In what year was the last monarch of Hawaii overthrown?
1893
1941
1908
5
What was the name did Captain James Cook give the islands in 1778?
The Pacific Islands
The Midway Islands
The Sandwich Islands
6
What was James Cook actually searching for when he came upon the Hawaiian Islands?
China
Japan
Northwest passage
7
Up until what year were the islands considered a British protectorate?
1841
1897
1816
8
What denomination of Christians were among the first and most prominent in converting the islands to Christianity?
Mormons
Congregationalists
Methodists
9
What was the ancient Hawaiian system of laws and customs that were strictly enforced for many generations?
Moana
Mana
Kapu
10
What was the name of the 1875 treaty between the Kingdom of Hawaii and the US?
The Sugar Cane Agreement
The Reciprocity Treaty
The Hawaiian Free Trade Agreement
11
How did Queen Liliuokalani's reign end?
She died of old age
She was overthrown
The citizens of Hawaii voted to become a republic
12
Which U.S. president was born in Hawaii?
Barack Obama
Bill Clinton
Gerald Ford
