Moon Over Miami Trivia Quiz

Answer: Named after a Native American tribe in the area.

Miami was named after the Mayaimis, a Native American tribe that had lived in the area for centuries. They, themselves, derived their name from their name for Lake Okeechobee, which meant "big water". Scholars disagree over whether the Miami River or the city itself was named first.

Answer: Biscayne National Park

Miami is a beautiful city that has more than 800 parks. It is also the only city in the United States that is bordered by two separate National Parks. Biscayne National Park and Everglades National Park are unique points of interest for any nature lover. Situated between these two parks and the Caribbean Sea to the south, Mother Nature uses her assets to keep the size of this city in check.

Answer: Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins have been part of the NFL (National Football League) since 1970. They play their games in the Hard Rock Stadium and are known for achieving the NFL's first perfect season that ended with a Super Bowl win. A trip to Sun Life Stadium can be an enjoyable experience for anyone visiting the Miami Metropolitan area.

Answer: Oranges

Due to its location, Miami was not a location that people were originally flocking to visit. A visit to Miami necessitated a trip through the Everglades which could be treacherous and time-consuming. Julia Tuttle, who is known as "The Mother of Miami", managed to convince railroad executives to extend their railroads down into Miami by sending them perfect citrus blossoms in the mail after the majority of the citrus crop had died during a freeze in areas north of Miami.

This expensive crop ensured that the railroad arrived in Miami by 1896 and that the city of Miami became incorporated shortly after its arrival. Citrus groves are still visible all over southern Florida, including Miami.

Answer: Hurricane

The only one of these options regularly seen in Miami is hurricanes. Almost every year a hurricane or tropical storm impacts the city either directly or indirectly. Billions of dollars in damage have been done to the city by these naturally occurring storms.

There are no volcanoes near Miami, it does not get cold enough to snow, and Florida almost never experiences earthquakes as it does not have fault lines. More hurricanes and tropical storms hit Florida, especially southern Florida, than any other state.

Otherwise, Miami is known for its fantastic weather.

Answer: James Deering

James Deering was part-owner Deering McCormick-International Harvester company which specialized in agricultural and construction equipment, tractors and trucks. He used his fortune to build the Villa Vizcaya which is known today as the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

The unique spot is full of European artwork and antiques collected by the businessman during his lifetime. The location is just as it was the day the owner died. The grounds also include idyllic gardens, multiple pools, an elaborate maze and a casino.

The entire estate was designed in Mediterranean Revival style with some touches of baroque thrown in.

Answer: False

While they are not walking down the interstates or downtown streets (usually), there are alligators almost anywhere that there are large pools of standing water. Alligators are shy animals which do their hunting while in the water, and usually, if you leave them alone, they will leave you alone. Miami is home to many types of birds, as well as mink, otter, and raccoon.

Answer: Florida Grand Opera

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, which opened in 2006, is often said to be one of the largest performing arts centers in the U.S. There are many different types of entertainment to be enjoyed here including the Florida Grand Opera, ballet, and theater. The center has multiple stages and performing areas which can host almost anything the entertainment world attempts.

Answer: True

Because of its geographic location, Miami is the largest cruise ship port in the world. The main cargo channel was deepened to accommodate super-sized vessels. Millions of passengers depart and arrive at Port Miami every year. It is also the closest U.S. port to the Panama Canal for cargo ships coming in from Asia. This hustling-bustling area of Miami is a wonderful place to visit.

Answer: An archeological site

Miami Circle Park is part of an archeological site that was believed to be, at one time, home to the Tequesta Indians. It was discovered when developers started preparing the land for a new building. A legal battle between preservationists and developers began in court. Scholars estimate at least eight buildings lay at the sight, and that each were approx. 40 ft. in diameter.

It is thought that a thousand people may have lived on this beachside location where Ponce de Leon came to Florida to start his search for The Fountain of Youth.