Examples

See example questions and answers to better understand how the quiz works

Soviet Union

1922 - 1991

Question

Does your globe show the Soviet Union (USSR)?

Answer

YES

Result

The date range is narrowed to 1922-1991, because the USSR existed only during this period.

Division of Germany

1949 - 1990

Question

Is Germany divided into two separate states: GDR and FRG?

Answer

NO

Result

The date range excludes 1949-1990, because Germany was NOT divided outside this period. Dates before 1949 or after 1990 are searched.

Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)

1965 - 1979

Question

Is Rhodesia shown on the map instead of Zimbabwe?

Answer

YES

Result

The date range is narrowed to 1965-1979, because Rhodesia existed under this name only during this period. Before 1965 it was Southern Rhodesia, and after 1980 it became Zimbabwe.

Tips

  • Answer only based on what you see on the globe - don't guess
  • Use "Not sure" when you're uncertain or can't see that region
  • Pay attention to details: country names, borders, capitals
  • You can undo recent answers with the "Undo" function if you made a mistake
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