Which Historical Heroine Are You?

By: Tori Highley

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

While mostly forgotten and ignored by historians, there are several powerful women who changed history for the better. Take this quiz to find out which historical heroine you are most like.

Which domestic chore do you hate the most?

Cleaning the bathroom

Dishwashing
Laundry

Financial chores

Which unconventional sport would you most enjoy?

Fencing

Dancing
Horseback riding

Synchronized swimming

What do you sip as you read the daily news on your phone?

Black coffee

Hot chocolate
Cappuccino

Black tea

If you face opposition to an idea at work, how do you resolve it?

Sheer persistence

I'd make my case to the boss and see what they think.
I'd do it anyway, especially if it irritated people.

I'd work on a compromise with the opposing rival.

Which decade of the 1900's would you prefer to live in?

20's

50's
70's

90's

If possible, which wardrobe would you want to wear 24/7?

Athleisure wear

Blue jeans and T-shirts
The traditional clothes of my culture

Designer dresses

What kind of book would you like to write?

A military stratagem guide

A manifesto
A moving fiction series

An autobiography

Where do you find the most inspiration on bad days?

Scripture of my religion

The stories of my ancestors
Beautiful artwork

My family

Where do you want to travel to for a stress-free vacation?

France

Brazil
Ireland

Boston, Massachusetts

What is your favorite attribute in a close friend?

Compassion

Loyalty
Intelligence

Honesty

What sort of property is your dream home?

A simple condo

A cute bungalow
A sprawling mansion

A Victorian house

Which vice are you most prone to?

Wrath

Pride
Lust

Gluttony

What is your favorite way of getting around other than driving?

By horse

By bus
By plane

By train

Which special skill do you list on your resume?

Critical thinker

Strong work ethic
Resourceful

Reliable

Which social media platform do you post your thoughts on the most?

Twitter

Tumblr
Instagram

Facebook

Where do you like go to lunch with your coworkers?

Cheeseburger place

A cute cafe
Local pub

Italian restaurant

Where do you like to buy your professional clothing?

Target

Macy's
Neiman Marcus

Chico's

How frequently have you called for a meeting in your workplace?

Only when I really believe we need it

Once or twice
3-4 times

5 times or more

Which Washington D.C. museum would you be most interested in visiting?

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

National Museum of African American History and Culture
National Air and Space Museum

American History Museum

How do you most like to show your political affiliations?

Tattoo

Bumper sticker
Buttons

Tea mug

Which is your favorite modern luxury?

Home espresso machines

Touch screen tablets
Rain shower heads

Heated car seats

Do you want to change world history?

It is not my ambition, but I don't mind it as a side effect.

I want to change the world for the better.
I would like to be known around the world, for better or for worse.

I really prefer to keep my ambitions local.

Which exotic pet would you choose if you became the ruler of your country?

Indian Star Tortoise

Samoyed Dog
Hyacinth Macaw

Scottish Fold Cats

Who do you feel most supports you and your goals right now?

My deity and religion

My community
Myself

My spouse

Which historically based movie would you like to see?

"Dunkirk"

"Lincoln"
"The Duchess"

"The King's Speech"

Which career path is most appealing to you?

Theology

Journalism
Law

Engineering

What do your friends describe you as?

Determined

Lively
Cunning

Cheerful

What would you do if your friends got in a yelling match at the bar?

I would quickly shut the argument down with some powerful blows to their egos.

Go to the bartender and kindly ask him to not call the cops, then get the friends to quiet down and leave.
I'd watch from a safe distance, wishing I had popcorn.

I'd tell them to knock it off or take it outside.

What is your favorite dinner to make during the week?

Ramen bowl, with extra vegetables and meat

Crockpot gumbo
Salmon with grilled vegetables and rice

Steak with potatoes

Where do you most like to read and write?

In my bed with a cup of tea

At the local library
In my home office

In a coffee shop with a latte

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