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How much do you know about North Dakota? | Quiz

North Dakota is a state sometimes forgotten, but is rich in history and flair! How well do you know this state!

A multiple-choice quiz by sjhodges825. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
sjhodges825

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
242,064

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

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665

Question 1 of 10

1. Bismarck is the capital of North Dakota. What strange phenomenon occurred there in 1953?

Hint

Crop Circles

Four Spontaneous Human Combustions

Bigfoot Sightings

UFO Sightings

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Question 2 of 10

2. North Dakota became the 39th state on November 2, 1889. Another state became a state that day putting the United States "Over the Hill" with its 40th state. Which was it? Hint

Montana

South Dakota

Idaho

Oregon

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Question 3 of 10

3. What flower does North Dakota grow more of than any other state? Hint

None-The climate is too cold for flower growth

Daisy

Sunflower

Tulip

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Question 4 of 10

4. When you go to a bar or restaurant in North Dakota you can have a beer, but what snack is against the law for you to have at the same time? Hint

Popcorn

Pretzels

Potato Chips

Sunflower Seeds

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Question 5 of 10

5. In North Dakota there is an Air Force Base, the Minot Air Force Base, which is located a few miles outside Minot's city limits. What is the base's motto? Hint

"You Lead from the Front"

"Accelerate Your Life"

"Through Adversity To The Stars"

"Only the Best Come North"

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Question 6 of 10

6. Lewis and Clark spent a great deal of time in North Dakota. What animal did they first encounter there? Hint

Badger

Gray Wolf

Grizzly Bear

Cougar

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Question 7 of 10

7. This famous singer with hits such as "Big Spender" and "Fever" was born and had her first big break in North Dakota. Who was she? Hint

Peggy Lee

Shirley Horn

Rita Coolidge

Shirley Bassey

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Question 8 of 10

8. How many wildlife refuges were there in North Dakota in 2006? Hint

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Question 9 of 10

9. What motto is on the Coat of Arms of North Dakota? Hint

Strength from the Soil

Internal things stand fast

Light after darkness

Recognize that the wind of freedom blows

10. North Dakota likes to be the center of attention literally. North Dakota happens to be the geographic center of North America. If we were to pinpoint it exactly what county would we be in? Hint

Wells

McHenry

Pierce

Benson

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Bismarck is the capital of North Dakota. What strange phenomenon occurred there in 1953?

Answer: UFO Sightings

It is known today as the Ellsworth UFO case! There appeared to be a red light, which 45 people claimed to witness.

2. North Dakota became the 39th state on November 2, 1889. Another state became a state that day putting the United States "Over the Hill" with its 40th state. Which was it?

Answer: South Dakota

"Admission Day" is an Observation on November 2 because of this historical significance. Most states consider their "Admission Day" an Observation, as well as many cities, towns, and counties.

3. What flower does North Dakota grow more of than any other state?

Answer: Sunflower

North American Indians grew the flower for many years as a food crop. It is still the main reason for growing it in many parts of the world. Only recently have we begun to grow sunflowers for decorative reasons.

4. When you go to a bar or restaurant in North Dakota you can have a beer, but what snack is against the law for you to have at the same time?

Answer: Pretzels

Every state has old laws still on their books today. It is also illegal to lie down and fall asleep with your shoes on in North Dakota.

5. In North Dakota there is an Air Force Base, the Minot Air Force Base, which is located a few miles outside Minot's city limits. What is the base's motto?

Answer: "Only the Best Come North"

The Air Force draws personnel from all over the world to this base. The base officially opened in 1957. Almost 8000 people currently call the base home. There is also an Air Force Base at Grand Forks that many people call home as well!

6. Lewis and Clark spent a great deal of time in North Dakota. What animal did they first encounter there?

Answer: Grizzly Bear

"The legs of this bear are somewhat longer than those of the black, as are its talons and tusks in comparably larger and longer....its color is yellowish brown, the eyes small black and piercing." --Meriwether Lewis on the grizzly bear.

7. This famous singer with hits such as "Big Spender" and "Fever" was born and had her first big break in North Dakota. Who was she?

Answer: Peggy Lee

She was born Norma Deloris Egstrom in Jamestown, North Dakota. Peggy was the youngest child of seven.

8. How many wildlife refuges were there in North Dakota in 2006?

Answer: 63

That is more than any other state! One of its most famous is the Theodore Roosevelt National Park located near Dickinson. The park covers over 110 square miles.

9. What motto is on the Coat of Arms of North Dakota?

Answer: Strength from the Soil

The State Government for use by the National Guard Units and itself created the Coat of Arms in 1957. Now according to Section 54-41-03 of North Dakota State Law only the following are allowed to use the Coat of Arms:
The Governor of North Dakota
The North Dakota National Guard
Departments and agencies of the state of North Dakota
North Dakota veterans organizations
Officially recognized North Dakota educational institutions, systems, or divisions thereof
Recognized North Dakota "patriotic organizations"
Retrieved from "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coat_of_arms_of_North_Dakota"

10. North Dakota likes to be the center of attention literally. North Dakota happens to be the geographic center of North America. If we were to pinpoint it exactly what county would we be in?

Answer: Pierce

It is near Balta, in the town of Rugby. There is a small marker recognizing the very spot.

Source: Author sjhodges825

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