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1. What is the name of the passenger train that provides service between Portland, Maine and Boston?

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The correct answer is The Downeaster. The Downeaster is the name of the passenger train that provides service between Portland, Maine and Boston.

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North American Geography Quizzes & Trivia

Explore key aspects of U. S. Geography through this trivia quiz. Questions cover historical sites, interstate highways, state parks, and notable figures, enhancing knowledge of U. S. Geographical and historical landmarks.

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2. Which member of the cast of "Saturday Night Live" is from New Hampshire?

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Seth Meyers is from New Hampshire.

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3. How many counties make up the state of New Hampshire?

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New Hampshire is divided into ten counties. Each county serves as a local administrative division within the state.

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4. In what month is the Lexington Barbecue Festival held in North Carolina?

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The Lexington Barbecue Festival is held in October in North Carolina.

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5. What is the name of the reproduction of the 1890's mining town in Butte, Montana?

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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.

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6. How many interstate highways serve the state of Mississippi?

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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.

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7. Where in New Mexico will you find the remains of the first "Lost Church"?

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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.

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8. Who founded the Bath Iron Works in 1884 in Bath, Maine?

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Thomas W. Hyde founded the Bath Iron Works in 1884 in Bath, Maine.

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9. Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin" in what Maine city?

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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.

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10. Wheeler Peak is located in which New Mexico National Forest?

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Wheeler Peak is located in Carson National Forest.

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11. What is the name of the casino located in San Felipe, New Mexico?

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The correct answer is Casino Hollywood. This is the name of the casino located in San Felipe, New Mexico.

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12. What year was the Santa Fe Concert Association established?

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The Santa Fe Concert Association was established in 1937.

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13. How many state parks are located in Oklahoma?

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Oklahoma has 50 state parks.

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14. In what Oklahoma park is the Oxley Nature Center wildlife preserve located?

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The Oxley Nature Center wildlife preserve is located in Mohawk Park in Oklahoma.

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15. Who owns most of Appledore Island in Maine?

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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.

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What is the name of the passenger train that provides service between...
Which member of the cast of "Saturday Night Live" is from New...
How many counties make up the state of New Hampshire?
In what month is the Lexington Barbecue Festival held in North...
What is the name of the reproduction of the 1890's mining town in...
How many interstate highways serve the state of Mississippi?
Where in New Mexico will you find the remains of the first "Lost...
Who founded the Bath Iron Works in 1884 in Bath, Maine?
Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin" in what Maine city?
Wheeler Peak is located in which New Mexico National Forest?
What is the name of the casino located in San Felipe, New Mexico?
What year was the Santa Fe Concert Association established?
How many state parks are located in Oklahoma?
In what Oklahoma park is the Oxley Nature Center wildlife preserve...
Who owns most of Appledore Island in Maine?
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