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Terrific Times in Tennessee Trivia Quiz

I love my home state of Tennessee and want to share about some of its history and attractions. Enjoy!

A multiple-choice quiz by jc1873. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
jc1873

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
288,259

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
8 / 10

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1710

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which major university is located in Tennessee? Hint

Duke University

Baylor University

Yale University

Vanderbilt University

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Question 2 of 10

2. The flag of Tennessee is a red field with a blue circle with three white stars in the center of the circle. What do the three stars represent? Hint

The three founders of Tennessee

The past, present, and future

The three distinct regions of Tennessee

Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville

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Question 3 of 10

3. What date was Tennessee accepted as a state? Hint

1796

1812

1776

1803

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which early president made Tennessee his home? Hint

Andrew Jackson

John Adams

George Washington

James Madison

5. Now a little about the attractions in Tennessee. A famous music studio, where stars such as Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Roy Orbison did some of their first recordings, still stands in Memphis. What is the name of this studio? Hint

Warner Studios

BMG Studio

Sun Studio

Memphis Studio

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Question 6 of 10

6. Memphis is also known for the blues. There is one street in particular that has a lot of rich blues heritage and history. What is the name of the street? Hint

Memphis Avenue

Tennessee Road

Blues Way

Beale Street

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Question 7 of 10

7. Onto Middle Tennessee! What is the name of the country music show in Nashville that continually hosts many of yesterday's and today's hottest country stars? Hint

"The Grand Ole Opry"

"The Barn Dance"

"The Travelin' Country Show"

"Nashville Nights"

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Question 8 of 10

8. Today, the Grand Ole Opry has a brand new auditorium to call home. What is the name of the place where the Opry was previously housed? Hint

Sommet Center

Opry Mills

Nashville Municipal Auditorium

Ryman Auditorium

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Question 9 of 10

9. Let's head out east! Which country singer has a theme park in the town of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee? Hint

Dolly Parton

Willie Nelson

Kenny Rogers

Reba McEntire

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Question 10 of 10

10. One mode of transportation is commonly associated with Chattanooga, Tennessee. Which mode of transportation is it? Hint

Race cars

Airplane

Railroad

Bicycles

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which major university is located in Tennessee?

Answer: Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt was started in Nashville in 1873 with a grant from mogul Cornelius Vanderbilt. Since then, it has matured into one of the top 20 American universities, especially in education, medicine, and theology.

2. The flag of Tennessee is a red field with a blue circle with three white stars in the center of the circle. What do the three stars represent?

Answer: The three distinct regions of Tennessee

The landscape, culture, and towns in Tennessee are very distinct between the western region, the middle region, and the eastern region of Tennessee. East is more mountainous, Middle has more valleys with the Cumberland Plateau, whereas West is dominated by the Mississippi River region.

3. What date was Tennessee accepted as a state?

Answer: 1796

Tennessee was accepted as the sixteenth state in 1796. During the Civil War, Tennessee was one of the last states to secede. However, it was re-accepted back into the Union in 1865.

4. Which early president made Tennessee his home?

Answer: Andrew Jackson

After Jackson's presidency, he built a home called The Hermitage which is still standing today as a tourist attraction just outside of Nashville. Other presidents from Tennessee include James Polk and Andrew Johnson.

Answer: Sun Studio

Elvis recorded the songs "My Happiness" and "That's Where Your Heartache Begins" at this location. Other notables from Sun Studio include Jerry Lee Lewis, Howlin' Wolf, and Charlie Rich.

6. Memphis is also known for the blues. There is one street in particular that has a lot of rich blues heritage and history. What is the name of the street?

Answer: Beale Street

Beale Street established itself as a mecca for entertainers back in 1841. Today, many venues exist where the best music can be heard, and many historical landmarks stand to show the rich history of the town.

7. Onto Middle Tennessee! What is the name of the country music show in Nashville that continually hosts many of yesterday's and today's hottest country stars?

Answer: "The Grand Ole Opry"

When the show started back in 1925, it was originally called the "WSM Barn Dance". However in 1927, the radio show was preceded by the Grand Opera from Italy. The announcer introduced the show by saying, "You just heard the Grand Old Opera, now it's time for the Grand Ole Opry!" The name stuck ever since.

8. Today, the Grand Ole Opry has a brand new auditorium to call home. What is the name of the place where the Opry was previously housed?

Answer: Ryman Auditorium

The Ryman was built back in 1892 to house a church. However, it became a showcase for country music and other acts. After the Opry moved out in 1974, it fell into disrepair, but eventually historical interest built it back up to its current state of hosting a variety of acts in the Nashville area.

9. Let's head out east! Which country singer has a theme park in the town of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee?

Answer: Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton's theme park is named "Dollywood". It was actually in business prior to her taking part-ownership. When her name became associated with it though, the business grew exponentially. She wanted to celebrate the heritage of the region she grew up in as well as give the region a tourist attraction to help the economy.

10. One mode of transportation is commonly associated with Chattanooga, Tennessee. Which mode of transportation is it?

Answer: Railroad

Chattanooga has long been associated with rail travel since the song "Chattanooga Choo-Choo" came out in 1941. The town was a major railroad hub and today boasts a large rail museum and authentic railroad dining experiences. I hope this quiz has given you a taste of this great state I call home!

Source: Author jc1873

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