QUIZ: Can You Name The Historical Figure Based On Their Childhood Photo?
There are quite a few people who made history throughout their lifetime. Whether they fought for societal, cultural, or economic change, their names will be remembered centuries after their feats. While most people probably know them for what they achieved in adulthood, they all started out from humble beginnings as children.
Take this quiz to see if you can figure out who the historical figure is based on a childhood photo. Any history buff is sure to pass.
She was one of Hollywood’s biggest starlets during the 20th century.
A. Marilyn Monroe
B. Grace Kelly
C. Jayne Mansfield
D. Natalie Wood
Answer: Marilyn Monroe
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Marilyn Monroe was an actress, singer, and model known for films such as Some Like It Hot and The Seven Year Itch. The previous photo of her was taken at the age of five in 1931.
She loved corgis.
A. Audrey Hepburn
B. Queen Elizabeth II
C. Ava Gardner
D. Lauren Bacall
Answer: Queen Elizabeth II
The previous photo of Queen Elizabeth II with her favorite dog breed, corgis, was taken at her home in 1936. She passed away in 2022 after decades on the throne.
This man was a major figure in Indian history.
A. Mahatma Gandhi
B. Elvis Presley
C. John Adams
D. George Washington
Answer: Mahatma Gandhi
The young man in the previous photo is Mahatma Gandhi. During his time, Gandhi led a non-violent campaign to gain Indian independence from British rule. On top of that, he was an advocate for women’s rights, easing poverty and ending “untouchability.”
You may not recognize this singer without his cool hair.
A. Elvis Presley
B. Dean Martin
C. Hank Williams
D. John Lennon
Answer: Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley was the “King of Rock and Roll” during his heyday in the 1950s and 1960s. He was born on January 8, 1935 and had hit songs such as “Suspicious Minds” and “Burning Love.”
Who is this influential scientist?
A. Thomas Edison
B. Albert Einstein
C. Nikola Tesla
D. Isaac Newton
Answer: Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein was born in Germany on March 14, 1879 and is still considered one of the most influential scientists to exist. He developed the theory of relativity, which is one of the two pillars of modern physics.
Name this famous singer/songwriter.
A. Mick Jagger
B. John Lennon
C. Paul McCartney
D. Elton John
Answer: Paul McCartney
This previous photo shows Paul McCartney when he was just six-years-old with his older brother. McCartney is best known for being one of the four members of the Beatles. He still continues to make music as a solo artist.
Her wedding was called a “fairy tale.”
A. Kate Middleton
B. Meghan Markle
C. Princess Diana
D. Camilla Parker Bowles
Answer: Princess Diana
Diana, Princess of Wales was born on July 1, 1961, as Lady Diana Spencer. She married Prince Charles in 1981 and had two sons, Prince William and Prince Harry. She spent a lot of her time doing charity work for issues such as HIV/AIDS, landmines, and cancer.
His films can be watched by all ages.
A. Walt Disney
B. Charlie Chaplin
C. Federico Fellini
D. George Lucas
Answer: Walt Disney
This previous slide shows a childhood photo of Walt Disney. His classic animation films are some of the most-watched around the world and he is also the man behind some pretty famous theme parks such as Disneyland and Disney World.
Name this famous artist.
A. Andy Warhol
B. Pablo Picasso
C. Vincent van Gogh
D. Salvador Dalí
Answer: Pablo Picasso
Pablo Picasso was one of the best artists in history. He co-founded the Cubist movement and invented constructed sculpture. He was born in Málaga, Spain on October 25, 1881 and his art is highly sought after and extremely valuable.
This ten-year-old grew up to become the President of the United States.
A. Theodore Roosevelt
B. John F. Kennedy
C. John Adams
D. James K. Polk
Answer: Theodore Roosevelt
The previous slide is a picture of ten-year-old Theodore Roosevelt. Teddy Roosevelt would go on to become the 26th president of the United States from 1901 to 1909. According to historians, he is one of the five best presidents in history.
This famous psychologist is standing next to his father.
A. Sigmund Freud
B. Ivan Pavlov
C. B.F. Skinner
D. Carl Jung
Answer: Sigmund Freud
Sigmund Freud was born Sigismund Schlomo Freud on May 6, 1865. He made important contributions to the psychology field by founding psychoanalysis and developed the psychic models of the id, ego, and super-ego.
This artist had great style.
A. Georgia O’Keeffe
B. Frida Kahlo
C. Joan Mitchell
D. Mary Cassatt
Answer: Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo’s work mainly consisted of iconic self-portraits, which always included a unibrow and mustache. Her paintings were a way of showing her true identity to the world. The previous photo of her was taken when she was 12 years old.
She overcame adversity and became an activist.
A. Mary Pickford
B. Gloria Swanson
C. Helen Keller
D. Ella Hall
Answer: Helen Keller
Helen Keller was born both blind and deaf, but was able to educate people about her condition. Her story was turned into a Pulitzer Prize-winning play called The Miracle Worker.
Do you recognize this American icon?
A. Ronald Reagan
B. Gerald Ford
C. Jimmy Carter
D. John F. Kennedy
Answer: John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy was born on May 29, 1917 and went on to become the 35th president of the United States. Part of his inaugural address included his famous phrase, “Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.”
This little girl grew up to be a great American poet.
A. Maya Angelou
B. Rita Dove
C. Gwendolyn Brooks
D. Claudia Rankine
Answer: Maya Angelou
The previous picture is of a very young Maya Angelou, the very one who grew up to become one of the most iconic American poets and authors in modern history. One of her more famous works I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.
