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  Cities & Towns of the Great State of North Dakota    
Collection Quiz
 15 Qns
Can you identify the municipalities that can be found in the U.S. state of North Dakota?
Easier, 15 Qns, jcmttt, Mar 11 24
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The Northern State of North Dakota
  The Northern State of North Dakota   popular trivia quiz  
Photo Quiz
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North Dakota is a picturesque state in the north-central part of the US. It is known for its wonderful hunting and fishing. Come and see this beautiful state.
Easier, 10 Qns, dcpddc478, Oct 11 18
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  U.S.A: All about North Dakota    
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Named for the Dakota Sioux Native American tribe, the "Peace Garden State," (that is, North Dakota) is a fascinating place. How much do you know about it?
Average, 15 Qns, LuH77, Nov 01 22
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  Good Ol' North Dakota!    
Multiple Choice
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Here is a quiz about some interesting facts on North Dakota.
Average, 10 Qns, NDcowboy, May 23 07
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  Legendary North Dakota    
Multiple Choice
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Ten questions to test how well you know this legendary state.
Average, 10 Qns, nic99flute, Feb 21 15
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  Multiple Choice Quiz about North Dakota    
Multiple Choice
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Ten questions to test your geographical knowledge of North Dakota
Average, 10 Qns, cryptix, Jun 16 15
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  Grand Forks, ND   popular trivia quiz  
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This is a quiz on Grand Forks, ND and places in this town. This will be about specific places in town.
Average, 10 Qns, jasminepdh86, Aug 26 14
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  North Dakota--The Peace Garden State    
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Welcome to North Dakota--The Peace Garden State!
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  What do you know about North Dakota?    
Multiple Choice
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North Dakota is a state sometimes forgotten, but is rich in history and flair! How well do you know this state!
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trivia question Quick Question
What Canadian provinces are immediately north of the state?

From Quiz "North Dakota"




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North Dakota Trivia Questions

1. Bismarck is the state capital of North Dakota. Which county of North Dakota is the city located in?

From Quiz
U.S.A: All about North Dakota

Answer: Burleigh

Burleigh County is one of the most densely populated counties of North Dakota. Burleigh County is named after Walter A. Burleigh, an American pioneer, lawyer and politician. The Missouri River courses south around western Burleigh County. Bismarck has been the capital of North Dakota (or the Dakota Territory) since 1883, and is known for the Annunciation Monastery, a Benedictine monastery designed with modern architecture by Marcel Breuer. It is also known for the North Dakota State Library, which has been open to the public since 1907.

2. North Dakota and South Dakota were signed into the union by President Benjamin Harrison on November 2, 1889. Which state was signed in first?

From Quiz Good Ol' North Dakota!

Answer: No one knows for sure

Harrison, after signing the documents, shuffled the papers so no one would know which was signed first. However, ND is referred to as the 39th state and South Dakota the 40th state due to alphabetical order.

3. What college is located in Grand Forks?

From Quiz Grand Forks, ND

Answer: University of North Dakota

UND has the fighting Sioux logo. They have a really good business program and are great at helping you with questions.

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

From Quiz North Dakota

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.

5. How many states border North Dakota?

From Quiz North Dakota

Answer: three

Montana, South Dakota and Minnesota.

6. When did North Dakota become a state?

From Quiz Legendary North Dakota

Answer: November 2, 1889

North Dakota joined the union on November 2, 1889. Before this, North Dakota was a part of the Dakota Territory and for this reason South Dakota also joined the union the same day as North Dakota. To dissuade rivalry, President Harrison directed the papers to be shuffled so no one would know which Dakota was signed into the union first. North Dakota, however, is known as the 39th state to enter the Union just because it alphabetically comes before South Dakota.

7. Agriculture is North Dakota's primary industry. What is its principal crop?

From Quiz Good Ol' North Dakota!

Answer: Wheat

Wheat is grown in every county in ND! It is the second-largest producer in the United States, only Kansas is a greater producer. North Dakota produces half the nation's hard red spring wheat and 2/3 of the nation's durum wheat.

8. In what month are Catfish Days traditionally held?

From Quiz Grand Forks, ND

Answer: August

Catfish Days provide a variety of actives for all ages. It's similar to an end of summer festival, without the rides. Many people participate and it's a great way to spend family time.

9. 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?

From Quiz North Dakota

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.

10. What is North Dakota's state bird?

From Quiz North Dakota--The Peace Garden State

Answer: Western meadowlark

The western meadowlark is a yellow-breasted songbird. It was adopted as the state bird on March 10, 1947.

11. What Canadian provinces are immediately north of the state?

From Quiz North Dakota

Answer: Manitoba and Saskatchewan

12. The Chester Fritz Library is the largest library in North Dakota. Which building is it located in?

From Quiz U.S.A: All about North Dakota

Answer: University of North Dakota

Located in the middle of the campus and standing since 1960, the Chester Fritz Library is the main building for research undertaken at the University of North Dakota. The fourth floor is notable for the Special Collections exhibit it displays, consisting of historic documents regarding the university's history, and significant people who helped it to flourish, such as Chester Fritz. The library was renovated in 2021, and is named after Fritz (1892 - 1983), one of the most generous donors to the university and one of its alumni. The university also features the Chester Fritz Auditorium, which hosts concerts, musicals, etc. In 1950, Fritz gave the university $10,000 and was there for the dedication ceremony of the library named after him, in 1961. Established around 1883, the University of North Dakota is situated in the city of Grand Forks. The medical school in this university, the UND School of Medicine & Health (established in 1905) is the only medical school to exist in North Dakota. The University of North Dakota also features the state's only law school, University of North Dakota School of Law (established in 1899).

13. What river creates the boundary between North Dakota and Minnesota, while also flowing north?

From Quiz Legendary North Dakota

Answer: Red River

The Red River forms around Wahpeton, ND, travels north through the Red River Valley into Manitoba and finally empties into Lake Winnipeg. It is often referred to as the Red River of the North to specify itself from the Red River in Texas. The Red River is one of the longest rivers in the United States to run north. Running a total of 318 miles, only the Bighorn River in running in Wyoming and Montana is longer running 336 miles.

14. In western North Dakota, there is a huge concentration of coal. How much is estimated to be there?

From Quiz Good Ol' North Dakota!

Answer: 400-600 billion tons

North Dakota's concentration of coal is one of the largest concentrations of solid fuel in the world. Since the late 1990's, North Dakota has been able to excavate over 30 million tons of coal a year.

15. A state park is only about 20-25 miles away from Grand Forks, what is the name of this park?

From Quiz Grand Forks, ND

Answer: Turtle River State Park

This park is great in summer or winter. There is fishing and camping possibilities. Also in the winter you can go sledding and ice fishing.

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

From Quiz North Dakota

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.

17. What is the state flower?

From Quiz North Dakota--The Peace Garden State

Answer: Wild prairie rose

The wild prairie flower has five pink petals with a cluster of yellow stamens in the center. It grows on roadsides, in pastures, and in meadows. It became the state flower on March 7, 1907.

18. What river forms the eastern border of the state?

From Quiz North Dakota

Answer: Red

The Red River Valley is the most populated area of the state.

19. Which US President is most associated with North Dakota, which is why North Dakota's only National Park is named after him?

From Quiz Legendary North Dakota

Answer: Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt

Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt came to North Dakota in September 1883 hunting bison. He loved the rugged badlands of North Dakota and ended up purchasing land for a ranch near Medora, ND. He came back to stay in 1884 after the death of his mother and his wife. He ran his ranch and worked as a deputy sheriff for several years before returning back to the east. After Roosevelt's death, North Dakota's badlands were explored in the hopes of establishing a park. The modern Theodore Roosevelt National Park includes three separate areas of North Dakota badlands, including Roosevelt's Elkhorn Ranch.

20. A US president moved from New York and settled in the Badlands of North Dakota (then the Dakota Territory) and ranched cattle. Who was he?

From Quiz Good Ol' North Dakota!

Answer: Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt came to start his life over again after he lost his wife in New York. He settled down in an area close to the later-to-come city known as Medora. He also fought in the Spanish-American War and would later become the 26th President.

21. What is the name of the Grand Forks local newspaper?

From Quiz Grand Forks, ND

Answer: Grand Forks Herald

The Grand Forks Herald managed to get the paper out during the flood even when the building was under water.

22. 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?

From Quiz North Dakota

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.

23. What is the state fish?

From Quiz North Dakota--The Peace Garden State

Answer: Northern pike

The northern pike is one of the state's largest fish. The biggest ever caught in North Dakota was in Lake Sakakawea in 1968, and it weighed 37 pounds and 8 ounces. The northern pike became the state fish on July 1, 1969.

24. White Butte is the highest natural peak of North Dakota. Which county of the state is it located in?

From Quiz U.S.A: All about North Dakota

Answer: Slope

At just over 3,500 feet (1,070 m) White Butte is situated between the towns of Bowman and Amidon, North Dakota. The second highest point in the state and Slope County, Black Butte, (standing at around 3,470 feet (1,060 m) is fairly near by, at around 20 miles (30 km) away. In regards to climbing, the terrain is dangerously slippery when the butte has been exposed to rain, snow or ice, due to its chalky composition. White soil is slippery when it rains, whereas brown has a sturdier grip. During the summer, climbers should be wary of rattlesnakes that live on the butte. Located in the south west of North Dakota, Slope County is one of the state's sparsely populated areas. The county seat is Amidon.

25. What scenic attraction symbolizes the enduring friendship between the people of the United States and Canada?

From Quiz Legendary North Dakota

Answer: International Peace Garden

The International Peace Garden was established in 1932 and encompasses land within North Dakota and Manitoba. It is comprised of formal gardens which include more than 155,000 flowers, freshwater lakes, waterfalls, and both hiking and driving trails. The International Peace Garden is located within an international boundary between America and Canada so identification is not needed to enter this garden. Yet visitors must go through customs once they leave the garden in order to gain access to either the United States or Canada.

26. The Cold War caused the military presence in North Dakota to be increased. The United States Air Force built two bases in the outskirts of two major cities in North Dakota. Of the cities listed, which one has an airbase?

From Quiz Good Ol' North Dakota!

Answer: Minot

The Minot Air Force Base is currently home to the 5th Bomb Wing which flies B-52 Stratofortress bombers and the 91st Space Wing which is equipped with Minuteman ICBMs (Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles). Minot AFB's motto is "Only the Best Come North."

27. In what year was Grand Forks big flood?

From Quiz Grand Forks, ND

Answer: 1997

We had a blizzard shortly before and then everything melted very quickly and the Red River crested. Many people lost their homes but we did have an 'Angel' who gave generously to help those who lost everything.

28. 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?

From Quiz North Dakota

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!

29. What is North Dakota's state grass?

From Quiz North Dakota--The Peace Garden State

Answer: Western wheatgrass

Western wheatgrass is a tough prairie grass that once covered nearly all of the state. It was made the official state grass on March 31, 1977.

30. The largest lake within North Dakota is named after a person from the famous Lewis and Clark expedition. Which lake is it?

From Quiz Legendary North Dakota

Answer: Lake Sakakawea

Lake Sakakawea was named after Sacagawea, who accompanied Louis and Clark on their expedition, which included traveling through North Dakota. Sakakawea is the common spelling of her name within North Dakota because it is the spelling derived from the Hidatsa tribe. It is believed that Sakakawea lived in a Hidatsa village near present-day Washburn, ND when she was young. This is a man-made lake created by the Garrison Dam.

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