Historical Atlases

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of Historical Atlases, which are invaluable resources for understanding the geographical context of historical events.
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Which of the following is considered the first modern historical atlas?

  1. Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

  2. Atlas Maior

  3. Atlas Novus

  4. Orbis Terrarum


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, published in 1570 by Abraham Ortelius, is widely regarded as the first modern historical atlas.

Who created the influential historical atlas 'Atlas Maior'?

  1. Gerardus Mercator

  2. Abraham Ortelius

  3. Joan Blaeu

  4. John Speed


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Joan Blaeu, a Dutch cartographer and publisher, created the 'Atlas Maior', which was published in several volumes between 1662 and 1672.

Which historical atlas is known for its detailed maps of ancient Greece and Rome?

  1. The Historical Atlas of Ancient Greece

  2. The Atlas of the Roman World

  3. The Barrington Atlas of the Greek and Roman World

  4. The Oxford Classical Atlas


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Barrington Atlas of the Greek and Roman World, published in 2000, is renowned for its comprehensive and accurate maps of the ancient Mediterranean region.

What is the name of the historical atlas that focuses on the history of the British Empire?

  1. The Historical Atlas of the British Empire

  2. The Oxford Atlas of the British Empire

  3. The Cambridge Atlas of the British Empire

  4. The Penguin Atlas of the British Empire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Historical Atlas of the British Empire, published in 1967, provides a detailed overview of the expansion and development of the British Empire.

Which historical atlas is known for its thematic maps illustrating various aspects of world history?

  1. The Times Atlas of World History

  2. The National Geographic Atlas of World History

  3. The Penguin Atlas of World History

  4. The Oxford Atlas of World History


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Times Atlas of World History, first published in 1978, is renowned for its thematic maps that cover a wide range of historical topics.

Who compiled the influential historical atlas 'Atlas Novus'?

  1. Gerardus Mercator

  2. Abraham Ortelius

  3. Joan Blaeu

  4. Johannes Janssonius


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Johannes Janssonius, a Dutch cartographer and publisher, compiled the 'Atlas Novus', which was published in several volumes between 1638 and 1662.

Which historical atlas is known for its detailed maps of the American Civil War?

  1. The Atlas of the American Civil War

  2. The Oxford Atlas of the American Civil War

  3. The National Geographic Atlas of the American Civil War

  4. The Penguin Atlas of the American Civil War


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Atlas of the American Civil War, published in 1991, provides a comprehensive collection of maps covering the major battles and campaigns of the conflict.

What is the name of the historical atlas that focuses on the history of China?

  1. The Historical Atlas of China

  2. The Oxford Atlas of China

  3. The Cambridge Atlas of China

  4. The Penguin Atlas of China


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Historical Atlas of China, published in 1982, offers a detailed overview of the geographical and historical development of China.

Which historical atlas is known for its maps illustrating the history of exploration and discovery?

  1. The Atlas of Exploration

  2. The National Geographic Atlas of Exploration

  3. The Penguin Atlas of Exploration

  4. The Oxford Atlas of Exploration


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Atlas of Exploration, published in 1994, provides a comprehensive collection of maps showcasing the major voyages and discoveries throughout history.

Who created the influential historical atlas 'Atlas Minor'?

  1. Gerardus Mercator

  2. Abraham Ortelius

  3. Joan Blaeu

  4. Johannes Janssonius


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abraham Ortelius, the creator of the 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum', also compiled the 'Atlas Minor', a smaller and more portable version of his larger atlas.

Which historical atlas is known for its detailed maps of the ancient world?

  1. The Atlas of the Ancient World

  2. The Oxford Atlas of the Ancient World

  3. The National Geographic Atlas of the Ancient World

  4. The Penguin Atlas of the Ancient World


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Atlas of the Ancient World, published in 1985, provides a comprehensive collection of maps covering the major civilizations and empires of antiquity.

What is the name of the historical atlas that focuses on the history of the United States?

  1. The Historical Atlas of the United States

  2. The Oxford Atlas of the United States

  3. The Cambridge Atlas of the United States

  4. The Penguin Atlas of the United States


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Historical Atlas of the United States, published in 1993, offers a detailed overview of the geographical and historical development of the United States.

Which historical atlas is known for its maps illustrating the history of religion?

  1. The Atlas of Religion

  2. The National Geographic Atlas of Religion

  3. The Penguin Atlas of Religion

  4. The Oxford Atlas of Religion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Atlas of Religion, published in 1994, provides a comprehensive collection of maps showcasing the major religions and their distribution throughout history.

Who created the influential historical atlas 'Atlas Geographicus'?

  1. Gerardus Mercator

  2. Abraham Ortelius

  3. Joan Blaeu

  4. Johannes Janssonius


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abraham Ortelius, in addition to his famous 'Theatrum Orbis Terrarum', also compiled the 'Atlas Geographicus', which focused on maps of individual countries and regions.

Which historical atlas is known for its detailed maps of the medieval world?

  1. The Atlas of the Medieval World

  2. The Oxford Atlas of the Medieval World

  3. The National Geographic Atlas of the Medieval World

  4. The Penguin Atlas of the Medieval World


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Atlas of the Medieval World, published in 1989, provides a comprehensive collection of maps covering the major kingdoms, empires, and trade routes of the medieval period.

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