Trivia On Nevada
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Located in Nevada, what was the highest concrete dam in the world when it was built?
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Davis
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Lahontan
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Rye Patch
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Hoover
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Explore the history and geographical significance of Nevada through this engaging trivia. Assess your knowledge on key events such as the legalization of gambling, statehood achievement, and landmarks like Hoover Dam. Perfect for learners interested in U. S. State histories.
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What major U.S. city will you find in Clark County, Nevada?
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Las Vegas
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Detroit
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Los Angeles
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Cleveland
Correct Answer
A. Las Vegas -
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What is the only Nevada lake with an outlet to the sea?
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Topaz Lake
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Lake Mead
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Washoe Lake
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Pyramid Lake
Correct Answer
A. Lake Mead -
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When did Nevada achieve statehood in the USA?
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May 29, 1848
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August 21, 1859
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October 31, 1864
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June 1, 1796
Correct Answer
A. October 31, 1864 -
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What are the state bird and state tree of Nevada?
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Scissor-Tailed Flycatcher And Redbud
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Mountain Bluebird And Single Leaf Pinon
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Western Meadowlark And Ponderosa Pine
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Mockingbird And Sabal Palmetto
Correct Answer
A. Mountain Bluebird And Single Leaf Pinon -
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What rodent can live its entire life in Death Valley, Nevada without drinking a drop of liquid?
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House Mouse
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Sand Rat
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Kangaroo Rat
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Tanezumi Rat
Correct Answer
A. Kangaroo Rat -
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The first community college in Nevada opened in what city?
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Eureka
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Elko
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Primm
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Ely
Correct Answer
A. Elko -
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In 1899 what slot machine built in Nevada became the model for all slots to follow?
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Liberty Bell
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Liberty Machine
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Liberty Slot
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Liberty Statue
Correct Answer
A. Liberty Bell -
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Nevada with a land area of 109806 square miles is ranked here compared to other states in total land area?
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47th
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7th
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45th
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15th
Correct Answer
A. 7th -
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On the Las Vegas strip, where is the nation's first off-airport airline baggage check-in service?
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Bellagio
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Imperial Palace
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Vegas World
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Mirage
Correct Answer
A. Imperial Palace -
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Nevada takes its name from a Spanish word meaning what?
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Sand-Clad
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Desert-Clad
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Snow-Clad
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Dirt-Clad
Correct Answer
A. Snow-Clad -
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What was the first casino to open on Highway 91 in Nevada?
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Aladdin Hotel
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Sunset Station
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Pair-O-Dice Club
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Caesars Palace
Correct Answer
A. Pair-O-Dice Club -
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In 1931, what Governor signed into law the bill legalizing gambling in the state of Nevada?
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James Scrugham
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Emmet D. Boyle
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Morley Griswold
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Fred Balzar
Correct Answer
A. Fred Balzar -
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The Reno Ice Pavilion was moved to Reno, Nevada from what city?
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Hakensack
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Montclair
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Red Bank
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Atlantic
Correct Answer
A. Atlantic -
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