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How to act out History Makers
Famous figures from world history, including rulers, scientists, artists, composers, explorers and thinkers from every continent. A challenge for history fans and older students, and a good fit for a quiz-night crowd.
- Ages 12+
- 3-10 players
- 120-second rounds
- Show what they are known for first: conquering, inventing, painting, composing or sailing.
- Open with a famous object linked to them, such as a crown, a lamp, a telescope or a quill.
- Point backwards over your shoulder to say long ago, then show the era with clothes or weapons if you can.
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