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Around St. Louis Trivia Quiz

Let's see what you know about St. Louis, Missouri and its many landmarks and attractions!

A multiple-choice quiz by harrypotter125. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
harrypotter125

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
326,286

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
8 / 10

Plays
707

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. The St. Louis Cardinals play in what well-known ballpark? Hint

Fenway Park

Progressive Field

Busch Stadium

Candlestick Park

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Question 2 of 10

2. The renowned Lewis and Clark Expedition started in St. Louis. Where is the Museum of Westward Expansion that commemorates this journey? Hint

Forest Park

Next to Busch Stadium

On Market Street

Under the Gateway Arch

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is notable about the historic Old Court House in St. Louis? Hint

It was a battle site in the Civil War

It was the site of the first two trials of the Dred Scott cases

It was burnt down in 1900

It is the biggest capitol building in the US

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which of these famous monuments is located in St. Louis? Hint

The Washington Monument

The Gateway Arch

Space Needle

Mt. Rushmore

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Question 5 of 10

5. There are two famous places where visitors can see plays in St. Louis. What are they? Hint

Famous Theater and The Fox Theatre

The Muny and The Fox Theatre

The Muny and The Famous Theatre

Imperial Theatre and The Muny

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Question 6 of 10

6. The St. Louis Zoological Park is located in what park? Hint

Forest Park

Frontier Park

Hyde Park

St. Louis Park

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of these is a children's museum in St. Louis? Hint

The Kidzeum

Linda's Playhouse

The Children's Discovery Museum

The Magic House

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Question 8 of 10

8. An ancient Native American monument is found in the St. Louis area. Name it. Hint

Effigy Mounds

Navajo Nation Council Chamber

Black Hawk Powwow Grounds

Cahokia Mounds

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Question 9 of 10

9. What is a characteristic about many St. Louis area attractions? Hint

They are often free

You can't pay cash at exhibits

You have to call in advance before you come

You always have to pay cash at exhibits

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which landmark cathedral is located in St. Louis? Hint

St. John the Divine

Washington National

St. Patrick's of St. Louis

Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The St. Louis Cardinals play in what well-known ballpark?

Answer: Busch Stadium

The "Old" Busch Stadium was torn down and rebuilt as the "New" Busch Stadium in 2006. The Cardinals won the World Series in 2006. Some famous players include Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina.

2. The renowned Lewis and Clark Expedition started in St. Louis. Where is the Museum of Westward Expansion that commemorates this journey?

Answer: Under the Gateway Arch

Lewis and Clark were sent to explore the Louisiana territory by President Thomas Jefferson after the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. On this two-year journey, 178 new species of plants and 122 new species of animals were discovered.

Louisiana was purchased from France for about $15,000,000.

3. What is notable about the historic Old Court House in St. Louis?

Answer: It was the site of the first two trials of the Dred Scott cases

The two trials occurred in 1847 and 1850. Dred Scott tried to sue his owner Emerson for emancipation in Scott v. Emerson in 1847. He tried again in 1850's Scott v. Sanford (Sanford was Emerson's legal trustee). In the end, the Supreme Court ruled against Scott.

4. Which of these famous monuments is located in St. Louis?

Answer: The Gateway Arch

The Arch was designed by Eero Saarinen. Construction began on the Arch in 1963 and ended in 1965, but it was not open to the public until 1967. The Gateway Arch is 630 ft. tall and has had up to 6400 people visit the top in a single day!

5. There are two famous places where visitors can see plays in St. Louis. What are they?

Answer: The Muny and The Fox Theatre

The Fox Theatre was built in 1929 by William Fox, a movie executive. The Muny is an outdoor theatre that was established in 1919.

6. The St. Louis Zoological Park is located in what park?

Answer: Forest Park

Forest Park was established in 1876. Some other sites of interest located in Forest Park are the St. Louis Art Museum, the Muny Theatre, and the Jewel Box (a greenhouse). Forest Park is 1,300 acres--loaded with fun things to do.

7. Which of these is a children's museum in St. Louis?

Answer: The Magic House

Some exhibits of the Magic House include the Bubble Room and the Kid's Discovery Room. There are also nature-focused exhibits where children work with garden vegetables and explore earthworm habitats. It is a fun place for kids of all ages.

8. An ancient Native American monument is found in the St. Louis area. Name it.

Answer: Cahokia Mounds

Cahokia Mounds are actually located in Cahokia, Illinois. Cahokia was occupied from about 700 to 1400 AD. More than 120 mounds were constructed by an ancient civilization. UNESCO listed Cahokia Mounds as a World Heritage Site in 1982.

9. What is a characteristic about many St. Louis area attractions?

Answer: They are often free

Some free attractions and exhibits include the St. Louis Zoo, the St. Louis Science Center, and the St. Louis Art Museum, among many others. Of course, visitors can also explore rivers, valleys, and the prairie land (mostly) for free!

10. Which landmark cathedral is located in St. Louis?

Answer: Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis was the first Catholic cathedral west of the Mississippi. It was founded in 1770. St. Louis IX, former king of France, is the Patron Saint of the cathedral.

Source: Author harrypotter125

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