U.S. Geography Trivia Questions
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What is the name of the reproduction of the 1890's mining town in Butte, Montana?
- A.
Yellow Jacket
- B.
Hell Roarin' Gulch
- C.
Shady Grove
- D.
Cripple Creek
Correct Answer
B. Hell Roarin' GulchExplanation
Hell Roarin' Gulch is the correct answer because it is the name of the reproduction of the 1890's mining town in Butte, Montana. The other options, Yellow Jacket, Shady Grove, and Cripple Creek, are not the correct names for this reproduction.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many interstate highways serve the state of Mississippi?
- A.
One Highways
- B.
Two Highways
- C.
Nine Highways
- D.
Fifteen Highways
Correct Answer
C. Nine HighwaysExplanation
Mississippi is served by nine interstate highways. This means that there are nine major highways that cross the state and connect it to other states in the US. These highways provide important transportation routes for both commercial and personal vehicles, facilitating trade, travel, and commuting within and beyond the state.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many state parks are located in Oklahoma?
- A.
12 State Parks
- B.
50 State Parks
- C.
5 State Parks
- D.
508 State Parks
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B. 50 State ParksExplanation
Oklahoma has 50 state parks.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In what Oklahoma park is the Oxley Nature Center wildlife preserve located?
- A.
Mohawk Park
- B.
Yellowstone Park
- C.
Robbers Cave State Park
- D.
Natural Falls State Park
Correct Answer
A. Mohawk ParkExplanation
The Oxley Nature Center wildlife preserve is located in Mohawk Park in Oklahoma.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin" in what Maine city?
- A.
Brunswick
- B.
Fort Kent
- C.
Augusta
- D.
Portland
Correct Answer
A. BrunswickExplanation
Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin" in Brunswick, Maine. This city is significant because it is where Stowe lived and worked during the time she wrote the novel. Brunswick is also home to Bowdoin College, where Stowe's husband was a professor, and it is believed that the local environment and community influenced her writing.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who owns most of Appledore Island in Maine?
- A.
University Of New Hampshire
- B.
Cornell University
- C.
Star Island Corporation.
- D.
Stephen King
Correct Answer
C. Star Island Corporation.Explanation
The correct answer is Star Island Corporation. Star Island Corporation is the organization that owns most of Appledore Island in Maine. This implies that the majority of the island's ownership belongs to this corporation.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is the name of the passenger train that provides service between Portland, Maine and Boston?
- A.
The Smartline
- B.
The Campbell
- C.
The Westsider
- D.
The Downeaster
Correct Answer
D. The DowneasterExplanation
The correct answer is The Downeaster. The Downeaster is the name of the passenger train that provides service between Portland, Maine and Boston.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who founded the Bath Iron Works in 1884 in Bath, Maine?
- A.
Jonathan Philbrook
- B.
Robert Bathton
- C.
Cole Haan
- D.
Thomas W. Hyde
Correct Answer
D. Thomas W. HydeExplanation
Thomas W. Hyde founded the Bath Iron Works in 1884 in Bath, Maine.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In what month is the Lexington Barbecue Festival held in North Carolina?
- A.
May
- B.
October
- C.
January
- D.
July
Correct Answer
B. OctoberExplanation
The Lexington Barbecue Festival is held in October in North Carolina.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Wheeler Peak is located in which New Mexico National Forest?
- A.
Lincoln National Forest
- B.
Gila National Forest
- C.
Carson National Forest
- D.
Cibola National Forest
Correct Answer
C. Carson National ForestExplanation
Wheeler Peak is located in Carson National Forest.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Where in New Mexico will you find the remains of the first "Lost Church"?
- A.
Aztec Ruins National Monument
- B.
Pecos National Historical Park
- C.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
- D.
Bandelier National Monument
Correct Answer
B. Pecos National Historical ParkExplanation
Pecos National Historical Park is the correct answer because it is located in New Mexico and is known for its archaeological site that includes the remains of the first "Lost Church." The park preserves the ruins of Pecos Pueblo, which was a thriving Native American community and later became a Spanish mission. The "Lost Church" refers to the ruins of the San José de los Jemez church, which was destroyed during the Pueblo Revolt of 1680.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What is the name of the casino located in San Felipe, New Mexico?
- A.
Camel Rock Casino
- B.
Route 66 Casino
- C.
Casino Hollywood
- D.
Dancing Eagle Casino
Correct Answer
C. Casino HollywoodExplanation
The correct answer is Casino Hollywood. This is the name of the casino located in San Felipe, New Mexico.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What year was the Santa Fe Concert Association established?
- A.
2001
- B.
1950
- C.
1937
- D.
1901
Correct Answer
C. 1937Explanation
The Santa Fe Concert Association was established in 1937.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Which member of the cast of "Saturday Night Live" is from New Hampshire?
- A.
Seth Meyers
- B.
Darrell Hammond
- C.
Will Forte
- D.
Horatio Sanz
Correct Answer
A. Seth MeyersExplanation
Seth Meyers is from New Hampshire.Rate this question:
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- 15.
How many counties make up the state of New Hampshire?
- A.
One
- B.
Thirty-Nine
- C.
Ten
- D.
Seven
Correct Answer
C. TenExplanation
New Hampshire is divided into ten counties. Each county serves as a local administrative division within the state.Rate this question:
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