Russia's last imperial dynasty. Play the The Romanovs trivia quiz solo to sharpen your knowledge, or challenge a friend head-to-head in Trivia Tango — every question comes with an explanation so you learn as you play. Questions span every level, from easy warm-ups to expert-level stumpers, so there's a real challenge here however much you already know.
A mix of easy, medium and hard — questions run from warm-up to expert, so there's a real challenge at every level. Think you know the answers? Play to find out.
This dynasty ruled Russia for over 300 years, from 1613 until the 1917 Revolution.
Difficulty: EasyThis 1825 uprising by reform-minded military officers occurred on the day Nicholas I was to assume the throne.
Difficulty: MediumThis Cossack rebel led a major uprising during Alexis I's reign, capturing cities along the Volga before his defeat and public execution in 1671.
Difficulty: HardThis Russian Tsar was the last ruler of the Romanov dynasty, abdicating in 1917.
Difficulty: EasyThis fortress cathedral in St. Petersburg serves as the burial site for most Romanov rulers from Peter the Great onward.
Difficulty: MediumThis treaty ending the Great Northern War gave Russia control of Livonia, Estonia, Ingria, and part of Karelia, establishing its Baltic presence.
Difficulty: HardThis city served as the capital of the Russian Empire under the Romanovs from 1712 to 1918.
Difficulty: EasyThis commander led the Bolshevik execution squad that killed the Romanov family in the Ipatiev House basement.
Difficulty: Medium