History in Phrases Quiz

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History in Phrases: a General level Proverbs & Idioms quiz. Test your knowledge with 14 questions!
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Question 1
Which idiom means to signal no return, originated from Caesar crossing the Rubicon?
A Starting the war
B Burning the bridge
C Crossing the Rubicon
D Crossing the line
Question 2
What does 'to meet one's Waterloo' signify?
A A great victory
B A long journey
C A new beginning
D A final defeat
Question 3
Which idiom refers to a fake gift that causes harm, from the Trojan War?
A Trojan horse
B Greek gift
C Hidden enemy
D Wooden trap
Question 4
What does 'Pyrrhic victory' mean?
A A win with huge losses
B A win for the king
C A win by cheating
D A very easy win
Question 5
What does 'bread and circuses' refer to?
A Modern festivals
B Medieval cooking
C Royal banquets
D Ancient Roman entertainment

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