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What's a Hoosier? A State Nicknames Quiz
State nicknames range from dignified to amusing to downright mysterious. Together they pay proper tribute to the vivid patchwork of geography and culture that makes the United States so fascinating. How well do you know state nicknames? Which ones made the cut? Find out!
1
Indiana's nickname, the Hoosier State, is among the most widely known state nicknames. But what exactly is a Hoosier?
2
You probably know where the Empire State Building is, but do you know which state is known as the Empire State?
Empire State Building (Image Credit: The Image Works/B. Roland)
3
What does Kentucky's nickname, the Bluegrass State, refer to?
4
Which state is officially nicknamed the First State, but is also known as the Diamond State and, more recently, Small Wonder?
5
The Grand Canyon was carved by the Colorado River, which passes through five states. Which state is known as the Grand Canyon State?
Grand Canyon National Park (Image Credit: Pat O'Hara Photography)
6
Oklahoma is known as the Sooner State, but what does the word Sooner refer to?
7
Which state is nicknamed the Mount Rushmore State?
No peeking!
8
Which state, now nicknamed the Volunteer State, was once called the Hog and Hominy State?
9
Which state is nicknamed the Beehive State?
Cross Section of Hive (Image Credit: Dorling Kindersley/Bees courtesy of Tura Lura Apiary. (p)1995 Brian G. Pertl)
10
Which state, officially nicknamed the Constitution State, has also been known as the Nutmeg State, the Arsenal of the Nation, and the Land of Steady Habits?
11
To whom does Iowa's nickname, the Hawkeye State, pay tribute?
12
The Equality State gained its nickname as the first state to specifically give women the right to vote. Which state is it?
13
Ohio is known as the Buckeye State. What is a buckeye?
14
Which state is nicknamed the Show Me State?
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