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Quiz about East Coast Trivia
Quiz about East Coast Trivia

East Coast Trivia Trivia Quiz


This quiz is focused on cities, states, landmarks, and natural features found along the East Coast of the United States.

A multiple-choice quiz by Jasonelien. Estimated time: 2 mins.
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Author
Jasonelien
Time
2 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
381,894
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Easy
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
999
Last 3 plays: bchilds1996_ (6/10), Guest 174 (4/10), Guest 174 (7/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. Which of these states along the East Coast was not one of the thirteen original British colonies? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. The Mason-Dixon line is the border between what two states? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Mount Mitchell, the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi, is located in what state? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. What is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States, found on the East Coast? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. One of the most famous battles of the Civil War, Gettysburg, took place in which East Coast state? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Mount Vernon in Virginia was the home of which U.S. president? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Home of gators, manatees, and much more, what state is home to Everglades National Park? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. One of the most iconic landmarks in Washington, D.C. is a giant stone obelisk. What is the name of this landmark? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Maryland is famous for its delicious crabs. What native species of crab is the most common in this state? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What East Coast city is home to the Liberty Bell? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Which of these states along the East Coast was not one of the thirteen original British colonies?

Answer: Florida

Florida was first settled by the Spanish and thus was not one of the 13 British colonies that later revolted to become the U.S. Florida joined the Union on March 3, 1845.
2. The Mason-Dixon line is the border between what two states?

Answer: Maryland and Pennsylvania

The Mason-Dixon line marks the border of Maryland and Pennsylvania. It is named after the two surveyors, Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon, who surveyed it in the 1760s.
3. Mount Mitchell, the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi, is located in what state?

Answer: North Carolina

Mount Mitchell in North Carolina is the highest mountain in the Appalachian mountain range. It rises to 6,684 feet.
4. What is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States, found on the East Coast?

Answer: St. Augustine

Contrary to popular belief, Jamestown is not the oldest European settlement in the U.S. That title belongs to St. Augustine in Florida, founded in 1565. Jamestown was founded by the British in 1607.
5. One of the most famous battles of the Civil War, Gettysburg, took place in which East Coast state?

Answer: Pennsylvania

Gettysburg was the bloodiest battle of the Civil War. It was fought in Pennsylvania on July 1-3 in 1863.
6. Mount Vernon in Virginia was the home of which U.S. president?

Answer: George Washington

Mount Vernon was the home of George Washington. His mansion, tomb, and much of his plantation can be visited today in Alexandria, Virginia.
7. Home of gators, manatees, and much more, what state is home to Everglades National Park?

Answer: Florida

Everglades National Park in Southern Florida is one of the most visited parks in the United States due to its unique ecology and endangered species, like the manatee and Florida panther. Everglades National Park spread out over 1,509,000 acres.
8. One of the most iconic landmarks in Washington, D.C. is a giant stone obelisk. What is the name of this landmark?

Answer: Washington Monument

The Washington Monument is a tribute to the first president, George Washington, after whom the city was named. The monument is the largest stone obelisk in the world and is also the tallest building in the city.
9. Maryland is famous for its delicious crabs. What native species of crab is the most common in this state?

Answer: Blue Crab

The most common crab by far is the blue crab which can be found in the Chesapeake Bay. These crabs are naturally blue, but when cooked they turn a bright red.
10. What East Coast city is home to the Liberty Bell?

Answer: Philadelphia

The Liberty Bell is located in Philadelphia. It was recast by John Pass and John Stow in 1753. It was located in Independence Hall until it cracked in 1846.
Source: Author Jasonelien

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