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1 San Francisco History
Here are some familiar and not-so-familiar stories and facts about San Francisco. Might be more challenging if you're not a local. Have fun!
Tough
20 Q
peche
Aug 11 00
1575 plays
2 1906 San Francisco Earthquake and Fire
With the 100th anniversary of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake now past, see what you know about one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history.
Difficult
10 Q
peche
May 09 06
885 plays
3 The Spanish Missions of California
Do you know the history of the California missions?
Tough
10 Q
Taxicab3
Mar 27 08
483 plays
4 San Francisco Earthquake of 1906
After reading a book called "The Chase" by Clive Cussler, I became intrigued with the devastating earthquake in 1906 which destroyed a good portion of San Francisco early one morning.
Tough
10 Q
titanic97
Jun 28 08
489 plays
5 Early California: The Natives and the Spaniards
The early history of California is defined by the interactions between the natives and the European invaders who brought change to the economic, social and religious environment of the area.
Very Difficult
15 Q
darthdragon
Apr 16 05
450 plays
6 A History of Los Angeles, City of Angels
Historical tidbits and facts about the U.S.A.'s second most populous city.
Tough
15 Q
81gaucho
Jun 07 05
900 plays
7 A Bit of California History
This quiz is about a little of the history of my home state. I enjoyed writing it, and learned a few new things about this wonderful place.
Average
10 Q
robbieh
Oct 05 06
2010 plays
8 1906 San Francisco Earthquake
At the time, the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake was the most devestating disaster the US had experienced.
Tough
10 Q
katlee
Feb 18 07
468 plays
9 California - History
A basic quiz on the history of the 31st State - written by a Limey!
Tough
10 Q
Baloo55th
Mar 29 03
1935 plays
10 Bear Flag Revolt and Early Statehood
The Bear Flag revolt was the event which tore California from Mexican hands and initiated its transition into the U.S.A.
Difficult
15 Q
darthdragon
Apr 26 05
513 plays
11 Historic Catalina Island
Just off the California Coast, 26 miles from Los Angeles, lies historic Catalina Island. Many people have never heard of it, including some people from Los Angeles, but it is a bit famous.
Tough
10 Q
eatgelato
Aug 26 09
234 plays
12 California Governors
The Gipper, Governor Moonbeam, the Terminator: No state outflanks California for interesting governors.
Difficult
10 Q
sku
Nov 05 03
795 plays
13 Mining and Ghost Towns of California
This quiz is about old mining towns of California (some abandoned, but others still inhabited, if just barely). It includes well-known towns as well as some more obscure ones. How well do you know California's mining history? Find out!
Difficult
10 Q
caribdevist
Apr 01 12
198 plays
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Last Updated May 11 13 9:48 AM

Some sample questions from this category:

* The San Francisco metro area has a transportation system called 'BART.' What does BART stand for?
* On which of these dates did the great San Francisco earthquake and fire (which struck at 5.12am and registered approximately 7.8 on the Richter scale) occur?
* This bridge took 3 years, 4 months, and 3 days to build; it opened on November 12, 1936, one of its piers is taller than Egyptian pyramids and has more concrete than the Empire State Building! Which is it?
* In which year did the the Giants play their first game in San Francisco?
* What was the first stadium the San Francisco Giants played in?


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