Path of the Dinosaurs Trivia Quiz

Answer: Colorado

The Tyrannosaurus Rex (T-Rex) is one of the most well-known dinosaurs and is popular in movies and on television programs. T-Rex fossils have been found all over the American West. Colorado was the location of the discovery of the first T-Rex fossils. Today, Colorado is a popular tourist destination for skiers and mountain climbers.

Its capital and largest city Denver is called the mile-high city.

Answer: Portugal

The stegosaurus is a large dinosaur that has spiny plates along its back. Stegosaurus fossils have been found all over the world. One of the best preserved fossils was discovered in Portugal. During the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal was a strong European power that focused on colonizing all over the world. Today, Portugal is known for its love of soccer and its port wine.

Its capital is Lisbon where the famous Belem Tower, an old fort, stands.

Answer: Canada

The triceratops is known for having a three-horned face. It is another well-known dinosaur often portrayed in movies. Canada is one of the largest producers of maple syrup and is also known for being a hockey country. Its largest city is Toronto, home of the CN Tower.

Answer: Germany

Pterodactyl fossils have been discovered in Bavaria, Germany, and across Europe. Pterodactyls are well known for their ability to fly. In addition to Oktoberfest and polka, Bavaria is also famous for its beer. Munich is the capital of Bavaria and is home to many automobile manufacturers, including BMW.

Answer: Egypt

True to its name, the spinosaurus had long skinny spines across its back and body. Spinosaurus fossils have been found in Egypt. There are two known species of spinosaurus, the Egyptian and Moroccan. Egypt is home to some of the oldest tourist sights on Earth including the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Cairo, Egypt's capital, lies on the Nile River.

Answer: China

The microraptor's maximum height was only about two and a half feet. It also had wings for gliding but not flying. Microraptor fossils were discovered near Liaoning, China, a city famous for its fossils of dinosaurs and other organisms, including plants and animals.

Answer: Argentina

The name unenlagia literally means "half-bird" and scientists believe it to be a partial link between dinosaurs and modern-day birds. Argentina is located in South America and is home to Mount Aconcagua, the highest point on Earth outside of Asia. Argentina's capital city of Buenos Aires is believed to be the birthplace of the tango, a popular dance style around the world.

Answer: Japan

The Fukuiraptor was relatively small for a dinosaur, being only about 14 feet tall. Japan is a country known for it science-fiction stories, such as the dinosaur-like Godzilla, and anime like "Pokémon." It also known for having crazy game shows.

Answer: Mongolia

The Velociraptor is just one of many dinosaurs whose fossils can be found in Mongolia's Gobi Desert. Since the Gobi is dry and undeveloped, many of the fossils have been preserved in the sand and are not at risk of being destroyed by human development.

Answer: United Kingdom

The iguanodon gets its name because its teeth resembles those of an iguana and the teeth were the first fossils of the species discovered. A full iguanodon was discovered in England as well in 1834. The United Kingdom is famous for the British monarchy that has ruled for centuries. Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Millennium Eye are all attractions found in London, the national capital.