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1. South Dakota: I am known as a blonde bombshell, a peer of Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield. Between 1951 and 2002, I made 43 movies, mostly in supporting and cameo roles. I have been married five times and have had affairs with Howard Hughes (who "discovered" me), Clark Gable, Elvis Presley, and Joe Namath, to name only a few. What is my name?
2. North Dakota: I told my "Lover"(1951) that I had a "Fever"(1958). But he told me, "Manana,(1947) "Somebody Else is Taking My Place"(1941), and I thought "Is That All That There Is?" (1969)
3. Texas: I was a colorful governor of Texas and the second woman to hold the office. I delivered the keynote address at Democratic Convention in 1988. I was defeated for re-election for Governor by George W. Bush.
4. New Mexico: I won the Women's New Mexico Open at age 12. I went on to win two US Women's Amateur Opens, 48 LPGA tournaments, including three Majors. I was elected to the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1987.
5. Wyoming: I am the author of many children's books. I won the Newbery Award in 1986 for "Sarah, Plain and Tall" which spun out two made-for-tv movies.
6. Colorado: I had a successful stage career and later became a director. I directed the Broadway version of "Harvey" in 1946. I was a leader in founding the American Theater Wing that recognizes outstanding theater accomplishments.
7. West Virginia: I was born in West Virginia but because my parents were missionaries, my formative years were spent in China. In 1931 I was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for my novel "The Good Earth". In 1938 I was honored with the Noble Prize for Literature. I wrote forty novels, many short stories, and also non-fiction.
8. Maryland: I was raped at ten years old. By the time I was thirteen, I was working as a prostitute. Someone heard me sing and I became a successful jazz singer. I am regarded as one of the best of my time, although my later years were clouded with substance abuse.
9. Oklahoma: I was the first woman to be named a Delegate to the United Nations. I was a staunch anti-Communist. I felt that the United States should oppose the growth of Communism all over the world, even if it meant supporting undemocratic regimes.
10. Illinois: I set up a community center to serve people in the neighborhood with a variety of activities ranging from night school courses to physical activity and hobby enrichment. I was an activist in many areas. As Director of "The Women's International League for Peace and Freedom", I received the Nobel Peace Prize--the first American woman to be so honored.
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