Rosa Bonheur Memorial Park Trivia Quiz

Answer: 19th century animal painter and sculptor

Rosa Bonheur (March 16, 1822 - May 25, 1899) was trained as an artist in France by her father. After years of study she became not only the most noted 19th century female animal painter but sculptor too. Rosa was a true individual who often wore mens' clothing and lived a bohemian life.

One anecdote relates how she altered a painting of herself. In the original painting she was classically posed with her arm resting on a table, while in her rather offbeat alteration she has her arm around an ox. Rosa certainly was a unique individual with a wry sense of humor. Today, her genius is widely recognized with the result that her paintings are typically found in prestigious art museums.

Answer: Pet burial

In 1935, Daniel and Mary Boyer founded Rosa Bonheur Memorial Park in Elkridge, Maryland.

Answer: Burial of human beings with their pets

Considering that it has been 27 years since this development it is surprising that there continue to be few cemeteries that offer this important burial option.

Answer: Heart

Mary Ann was quite the celebrity, beginning with her arrival in Baltimore in 1922. In 1926, an elaborate elephant house was completed at the Baltimore Zoo, so that Mary Ann could live in style. Her arrival kicked off increased zoo attendance, which over the years afforded the revenue needed for procuring other exotic animals and establishing new exhibit areas.

Answer: A horse

To learn more about Frank and Gypsy Queen's travels you may like to read:

Heath, Frank M. (1941). Forty Million Hoofbeats: The Factual Story of the 11,356 Mile Trip of Gypsy Queen Under Saddle. New York, NY: David Turet.

A paperback reprint has also been issued by the Long Riders' Guild Press US (2001).

Answer: World War II

Dogs have played an important role in military operations for centuries. Dogs have warned servicemen not only of impending attacks, but have actively engaged in repelling attacks. Consequently, many lives have been saved by dogs that have bravely served their countries.

Answer: Living to be 29 years old

Apparently "Mr. Wiggles" is a popular name for not only championship horses, but other animals, bands, dance groups, and a psychopathic teddy bear!

Answer: K-9 police dog

Police dogs are highly trained to assist police officers in the challenges that they face in their daily work. Police dogs are typically trained to pursue and hold fleeing suspects or to pursue and bark when fleeing suspects are located, so that in either case an arrest can be effected.

They are highly valued for their efficacy on the job and are often protected by body armor. In fact, in some districts it is a felony offense to assault an on-duty police dog. Relatedly, the New Jersey General Assembly has attempted to pass a law that would permit the pursuit of the death penalty in cases wherein an individual(s) has killed an on-duty police dog.

Answer: William Donald Schaefer

Labrador retrievers are medium sized dogs with soulful eyes and short oily coats. Known for their stable temperament they make ideal family companions.

Answer: All of these

Since 2006, Rosa Bonheur Memorial Park has been maintained solely by volunteer labor. The only support that the volunteers have sought is to establish protection for all Maryland pet cemeteries and to increase the number of volunteers for maintaining the Rosa Bonheur Memorial Park.

To learn more about the Rosa Bonheur Memorial Park and the actions being taken by volunteers to preserve this historic cemetery please visit: www.rosabonheursociety.com