“Alexander Hamilton.” Just a mention of the name probably has you humming one of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s iconic songs from the groundbreaking musical, ‘Hamilton.’ From its opening act to the final bow, ‘Hamilton’ not only reshaped the Broadway scene but also reintroduced a generation to the complexities of American history.
Based on the life of the real Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, this modern musical marvel seamlessly blends hip-hop, R&B, pop, and classic show tunes. The result? A cultural phenomenon that has fans around the world rapping about 18th-century politics and revolutionary wars. While it’s one thing to know the lyrics by heart, it’s another to dive deep into the stories and historical accuracies (or liberties) behind them.
Are you truly satisfied with your ‘Hamilton’ prowess? Dive into these trivia questions and find out. And for more musical challenge, don’t forget to check out our quizzes on musicals. Rise up and see how much you remember from this Broadway masterpiece!
Which historical figure is the main character in “Hamilton”?
George Washington
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
Aaron Burr
What is the name of the song that introduces George Washington?
“History Has Its Eyes on You”
“Guns and Ships”
“The Adams Administration”
“Right Hand Man”
Which song in “Hamilton” includes the line “I’m not throwing away my shot”?
“My Shot”
“Satisfied”
“The Room Where It Happens”
“Non-Stop”
Which song in “Hamilton” features the line “Immigrants, we get the job done”?
“Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)”
“Guns and Ships”
“The Battle of Yorktown”
“One Last Time”
What year was the musical “Hamilton” first performed?
2015
2012
2010
2008
What is the name of the song that Aaron Burr sings about Theodosia in “Hamilton”?
“The Room Where It Happens”
“Wait for It”
“Satisfied”
“One Last Time”
What is the name of the actor who originated the role of Alexander “Hamilton”?
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Jonathan Groff
Daveed Diggs
Leslie Odom Jr.
How many awards did “Hamilton” win at the 70th Tony Awards?
20
9
3
11
Which historical event is not depicted in the musical “Hamilton”?
Burr-Hamilton Duel
French Revolution
American Revolution
Battle of Saratoga
Who directed the original workshop production of “Hamilton”, then titled The Hamilton Mixtape?
Thomas Kail
Andy Blankenbuehler
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Ron Chernow
What is the name of Hamilton’s wife in the musical, “Hamilton”?
Angelica
Peggy
Maria
Eliza
What is the full title of the musical “Hamilton”?
“Hamilton: An American Musical”
“Hamilton: A Revolutionary Story”
“Hamilton: The Broadway Sensation”
“Hamilton: The Founding Father”
Where did the first non-English version of Hamilton premiere in October 2022?
Barcelona
Prague
Hamburg
Rome
Which character sings the song “My Shot” in “Hamilton”?
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
Aaron Burr
George Washington
Who wrote the music and lyrics for the musical “Hamilton”?
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Stephen Sondheim
Elton John
What is the name of the actress who originated the role of Eliza in “Hamilton”?
Jasmine Cephas Jones
Leslie Odom Jr.
Phillipa Soo
Renée Elise Goldsberry
Who narrates most of the story of “Hamilton” in the musical?
Eliza Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Aaron Burr
In what city does most of the story of “Hamilton” take place?
Boston
New York City
Philadelphia
Washington D.C.
Which song in “Hamilton” is sung by King George III?
“Burn”
“The Schuyler Sisters”
“The Room Where It Happens”
“You’ll Be Back”
Who killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel in “Hamilton”?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Aaron Burr
James Madison
What is the name of Alexander Hamilton’s sister-in-law in the musical?
Maria
Theodosia
Peggy
Angelica
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