Match The U.S. Geography Terms Trivia
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A quiz that's all about different U. S. Geography study, designed for upper primary school children
Questions and Answers
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Which best describes Grand Teton National Park?
- A.
Completed In 1883, It Was The Largest Suspension Bridge In The World
- B.
Water From The Falls Goes Into The Zambezi River
- C.
Build As An Amphitheater That Would Be Unmatched In Size
- D.
The Youngest Of The Rocky Mountains
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Which best describes Denali National Park?
- A.
Famous Volcano
- B.
Built 1194 By The Master-Builder Of Chartres
- C.
Made From White Marble Primarily From Baltimore, Maryland
- D.
Home Of North America's Highest Point, Mount McKinley
Correct Answer
D. Home Of North America's Highest Point, Mount McKinleyExplanation
Denali National Park is best described as the home of North America's highest point, Mount McKinley. This means that the park is located in an area where Mount McKinley, also known as Denali, is situated. Mount McKinley is the tallest peak in North America, making Denali National Park a popular destination for mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What does the description "adjacent to a famous Catholic Sanctuary" mean?
- A.
The Mediterranean Sea
- B.
Mount Rainier
- C.
The Nile River
- D.
The Plaza San Pietro
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D. The Plaza San PietroExplanation
The description "adjacent to a famous Catholic Sanctuary" means that the Plaza San Pietro is located right next to a well-known Catholic place of worship. This suggests that the Plaza is in close proximity to a significant religious site and may attract visitors who are interested in exploring or visiting the sanctuary.Rate this question:
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Which of these was the largest suspension bridge in the world when it was completed in 1883?
- A.
Brooklyn Bridge
- B.
Golden Gate Bridge
- C.
San Francisco Bay Bridge
- D.
Tobin Bridge
Correct Answer
A. Brooklyn BridgeExplanation
The Brooklyn Bridge was the largest suspension bridge in the world when it was completed in 1883. This iconic bridge, spanning the East River in New York City, was a marvel of engineering at the time. It had a main span of 1,595 feet, making it the longest suspension bridge in the world. The bridge's design and construction techniques were innovative and set the standard for future suspension bridges. Its completion marked a significant milestone in bridge engineering and solidified its place as a historic landmark.Rate this question:
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Which of these best fits the description "birthplace of many of today's technologies"?
- A.
Old Faithful, Wyoming
- B.
Davenport, Iowa
- C.
Petrified Forest, Arizona
- D.
Murray Hill, New Jersey
Correct Answer
D. Murray Hill, New JerseyExplanation
Murray Hill, New Jersey is the birthplace of many of today's technologies. This implies that it is a location where numerous technological advancements and innovations have originated. The other options, such as Old Faithful, Wyoming, Davenport, Iowa, and Petrified Forest, Arizona, do not have a significant association with being the birthplace of technologies. Therefore, Murray Hill, New Jersey is the best fit for the given description.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is the two-letter postal abbreviation for the state of Colorado?
- A.
OR
- B.
TX
- C.
AZ
- D.
CO
Correct Answer
D. COExplanation
The correct answer is CO because CO is the two-letter postal abbreviation for the state of Colorado. Postal abbreviations are used in addresses to indicate the state in which a location is located. In this case, CO represents Colorado.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The two-letter postal abbreviation for the state of Hawaii is?
- A.
DE
- B.
GA
- C.
HI
- D.
MA
Correct Answer
C. HIExplanation
The correct answer is HI because the two-letter postal abbreviation for the state of Hawaii is HI. Postal abbreviations are used to represent states in addresses and are based on the name of the state. In this case, "HI" is derived from the name of the state, Hawaii.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What is the two-letter postal abbreviation for Idaho?
- A.
HI
- B.
NM
- C.
KS
- D.
ID
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D. IDExplanation
The correct answer is ID because it is the two-letter postal abbreviation for Idaho.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What is the two-letter postal abbreviation for Illinois?
- A.
WI
- B.
OH
- C.
IL
- D.
ND
Correct Answer
C. ILExplanation
The two-letter postal abbreviation for Illinois is IL.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The two-letter postal abbreviation for Indiana is?
- A.
WV
- B.
IN
- C.
AZ
- D.
SD
Correct Answer
B. INExplanation
The correct answer is "IN" because IN is the two-letter postal abbreviation for Indiana. Postal abbreviations are used to represent states in mailing addresses and IN specifically represents Indiana.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What is the two-letter postal abbreviation for Iowa?
- A.
AK
- B.
MT
- C.
PA
- D.
IA
Correct Answer
D. IAExplanation
The correct answer for the two-letter postal abbreviation for Iowa is IA.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The two-letter postal abbreviation for Kansas is?
- A.
KS
- B.
AR
- C.
NM
- D.
ID
Correct Answer
A. KSExplanation
The correct answer is KS. The two-letter postal abbreviation for Kansas is KS.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The two-letter postal abbreviation for Louisiana is?
- A.
MD
- B.
PA
- C.
TN
- D.
LA
Correct Answer
D. LAExplanation
The correct answer is "LA" because the two-letter postal abbreviation for Louisiana is "LA".Rate this question:
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- 14.
What is the two-letter postal abbreviation for Maine?
- A.
NM
- B.
ME
- C.
MN
- D.
ND
Correct Answer
B. MEExplanation
The two-letter postal abbreviation for Maine is "ME". This is the correct answer because the postal abbreviation for each state is based on the first two letters of the state's name. In this case, "ME" corresponds to Maine.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The two-letter postal abbreviation for the state of Massachusetts is?
- A.
AR
- B.
TX
- C.
WA
- D.
MA
Correct Answer
D. MAExplanation
The correct answer is MA because MA is the two-letter postal abbreviation for the state of Massachusetts. Each state in the United States is assigned a unique two-letter code for postal purposes, and MA is the code assigned to Massachusetts.Rate this question:
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