The History of History Quiz

Key Historical Figures and Discoveries

• The concept of "History" is attributed to the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, often called the "Father of History."
• The Rosetta Stone, pivotal in deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs, was discovered in 1799 near the town of Rosetta (Rashid) during Napoleon Bonaparte's Egyptian campaign.

Innovations in Mathematics and Civilization

• The Sumerian civilization, one of the oldest known societies, introduced the sexagesimal (base-60) number system, which influences modern timekeeping (60 seconds in a minute, 60 minutes in an hour).

Archaeological Discoveries and Architecture

• The Rock of Behistun, a significant archaeological site featuring multilingual inscriptions, was discovered by Henry Rawlinson in the mid-19th century, aiding in the understanding of cuneiform writing.
• The Abu Simbel Temple, renowned for its monumental sculptures, was built by Pharaoh Ramses II in the 13th century BCE as a demonstration of his power and a tribute to the gods.