History · MA
The 'shot heard round the world' that began the Revolutionary War was fired in which state?
The battles of Lexington and Concord were fought on April 19, 1775.
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History · MA
The 'shot heard round the world' that began the Revolutionary War was fired in which state?
The battles of Lexington and Concord were fought on April 19, 1775.





Geography · NV
Nevada holds which weather record among US states?
Nevada averages less than 10 inches of rain a year.
History · IL
The Great Chicago Fire destroyed much of the city in which year?
Legend blames Mrs. O'Leary's cow, but the real cause was never proven.
Culture · FL
Which of these is Florida especially famous for?
Florida grows most of the oranges used for US orange juice.
Civics & Elections · PA
Pennsylvania is officially a 'Commonwealth' like which other three states?
In practice, commonwealths work just like other states.
People · TN
Which famous person was born in Tennessee?
Dolly Parton, country music icon, was born in Sevier County, Tennessee.
Fun Fact · GA
Which world-famous soft drink was invented in Atlanta in 1886?
Pharmacist John Pemberton created it; the World of Coca-Cola museum is in Atlanta.
Geography · NV
Which of these states does NOT border Nevada?
Nevada's neighbors are California, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Arizona. Montana is nearby but does not touch Nevada.
History · NH
New Hampshire was the ___ state to join the Union.
New Hampshire became the 9th state in 1788 - one of the original 13.
Culture · CO
Which of these sports teams or events calls Colorado home?
The Broncos have won three Super Bowls. It is based in Colorado.
Civics & Elections · HI
How many electoral votes does Hawaii have in presidential elections through 2028?
Electoral votes equal House seats (2) plus Senators (2), giving Hawaii 4.
People · FL
Which of these notable people is a native of Florida?
Emmitt Smith, the NFL's all-time leading rusher, was born in Pensacola, Florida.
Fun Fact · MD
Maryland's Assateague Island is famous for herds of what?
The 'ponies' are thought to descend from domestic horses brought centuries ago.
Geography · NJ
What kind of shoreline does New Jersey have?
New Jersey has a coastline on the Atlantic Ocean.
History · WV
How did West Virginia become a state in 1863?
Its western counties opposed Virginia's secession.
Culture · ME
Which of these sports teams or events calls Maine home?
The Sea Dogs are a minor-league affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. It is based in Maine.
Civics & Elections · AL
How long is the term of each US Senator from Alabama?
Senate terms are staggered so that about one-third of the 100 seats are up for election every two years.
People · MI
Which famous person was born in Michigan?
Henry Ford, automobile pioneer, was born on a farm near Dearborn, Michigan.
Fun Fact · IA
What is the official state tree of Iowa?
The Oak is Iowa's state tree.
Geography · DC
Which U.S. Census Bureau region is the District of Columbia part of?
The Census Bureau places the District of Columbia in the South region, in the South Atlantic division with Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.
History · NM
Taos Pueblo, inhabited for about 1,000 years, is recognized as what?
Its multi-story adobe buildings are among the oldest continuously lived-in communities in the US.