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Quiz about Maryland my Maryland
Quiz about Maryland my Maryland

History Quiz: Maryland, my Maryland: 10 Questions | U.S. States & Cities


A short quiz to test your knowledge of the State of Maryland.

A multiple-choice quiz by flipflop1211. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
flipflop1211
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
267,806
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
948
Awards
Top 35% Quiz
Last 3 plays: cmpetras (7/10), Guest 172 (7/10), Guest 50 (0/10).
Question 1 of 10
1. The Charter for Maryland was granted by Charles I to Cecilius Calvert on: Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. "Maryland Day" is a celebration to commemorate: Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Which of these cities once served as the United States capital? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Francis Scott Key was inspired to write the poem "The Star Spangled Banner" during the War of 1812 by a flag flying over what fort? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. During the Civil War, Maryland was considered to be which of these? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. When did the Great Baltimore Fire occur? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. This Marylander served two terms as Maryland's Governor and two terms as Mayor of Baltimore City: Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This famous Marylander served not only as Mayor of Baltimore City, but was Governor of Maryland as well as the State Comptroller: Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Maryland was the ______ state to ratify the United States Constitution. Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What is the capital of Maryland? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The Charter for Maryland was granted by Charles I to Cecilius Calvert on:

Answer: June 20, 1632

Cęcilius Calvert, 2nd Baron Baltimore (better known as Cecil Calvert) was born August 8, 1605. He was granted a Charter for Maryland by Charles I after the death of his father, 1st Baron Baltimore, who wanted the Charter as a safe haven for English Catholics. Cecil Calvert died November 30, 1675. Maryland was named in honor of Queen Henrietta Maria.
2. "Maryland Day" is a celebration to commemorate:

Answer: The landing of the Ark and Dove

The Ark and Dove landed in what has become St. Mary's County on March 25, 1634 with approximately 234 settlers who founded St. Mary's City, the first permanent settlement in Maryland.
3. Which of these cities once served as the United States capital?

Answer: Annapolis

Annapolis served as capital of the United States from November 16, 1783 to June 3, 1784. It was here that George Washington resigned his commission as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army on December 23, 1783.
4. Francis Scott Key was inspired to write the poem "The Star Spangled Banner" during the War of 1812 by a flag flying over what fort?

Answer: Fort McHenry

The poem was originally named "Defence of Ft. McHenry". The Star Spangled Banner later became the National Anthem - on March 3, 1931.
5. During the Civil War, Maryland was considered to be which of these?

Answer: A Union State with Southern sympathizers

Maryland was considered a Union State. However, due to the southern sympathizers, it was common for brothers to fight against one another.
6. When did the Great Baltimore Fire occur?

Answer: February, 1904

The Great Baltimore Fire burned for 30 hours from February 7 - February 8, 1904. It burned over 70 city blocks and destroyed over 1,500 buildings. Amazingly, there were no deaths attributed directly to the fire.
7. This Marylander served two terms as Maryland's Governor and two terms as Mayor of Baltimore City:

Answer: Theodore R. McKeldin

Theodore R. McKeldin was the 53rd Governor of the State of Maryland serving two terms from 1951-1959. He was elected Mayor of Baltimore City in 1943 and again in 1963.
8. This famous Marylander served not only as Mayor of Baltimore City, but was Governor of Maryland as well as the State Comptroller:

Answer: William Donald Schaefer

William Donald Schaefer actually swam with the seals at the opening of the National Aquarium in Baltimore in 1981.
9. Maryland was the ______ state to ratify the United States Constitution.

Answer: 7th

Maryland ratified the United States Constitution in 1788.
10. What is the capital of Maryland?

Answer: Annapolis

The Maryland State House is located in Annapolis, Maryland and houses the Maryland General Assembly. It is the oldest state capitol in continuous legislative use, dating from 1772.
Source: Author flipflop1211

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