Powerful People Quiz: How Much Do You Know About These Powerhouses - Past & Present?

"Power corrupts; absolute power corrupts absolutely." – Lord Acton

Was Lord Acton right in this observation? In many cases, yes. And some of those cases are in this quiz. Power can be used for good or evil; the result is dependent on those who wield it. 

But no matter what side of history each of these people was on, they all share one thing: power. Some of these movers and shakers made leaps and bounds in history, while others turned it on its head.

Whether through money, influence, or prestige, these 75 powerful people shaped their time and ours. And before your time is up, you will too with this Powerful People Quiz!

Test your General Knowledge

“Power is given only to those who dare to lower themselves and pick it up." – Fyodor Dostoevsky

One thing's for sure: these powerful people picked it up. Will you pick it up too?

Take our Powerful People Quiz to find out. 

What do you know about the most powerful people on Earth, past or present? For instance, who was known as the "Little Corporal"? Who was the first Roman emperor to have his face stamped on a coin? Do you know what president was the first to win a Nobel Peace Prize? If you know the answers to these questions and more, you may just find the power within yourself to ACE this Powerful People Quiz. 

So, come along on a journey through time and visit the most powerful people to have ever lived. Power up your knowledge with this Powerful People Quiz!