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I Delight in Delaware Trivia Quiz

Delaware was the first state in the United States. It is also the second smallest state. There are many fascinating facts which you can learn in this quiz.

A photo quiz by dcpddc478. Estimated time: 3 mins.

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dcpddc478

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3 mins

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392,940

Updated
Dec 03 21

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10

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Question 1 of 10

1. What local fish is the state fish of Delaware? Hint

Tuna

Mackerel

The Catfish

The Weakfish

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which holiday tree is the state tree of Delaware? Hint

Mistletoe

Banyan

Sumatran pine

American holly

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Question 3 of 10

3. In which year did the strawberry become the state fruit of Delaware? Hint

1941

1994

1873

2010

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Question 4 of 10

4. Delaware blue hens are the state birds. Where did this come from? Hint

Civil War

They are a cartoon from WWII

Revolutionary War

They are endemic to Delaware

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which of these blossoms is the state flower of Delaware? Hint

Orange Blossom

Cherry Blossom

Apple Blossom

Peach Blossom

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Question 6 of 10

6. The ladybug is the state insect of the state of Delaware.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. What unusual mineral is the state of Delaware's state mineral? Hint

Onyx

Odinite

Sampleite

Sillimanite

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is this adorable breed that was the state dog of Delaware in 2018? Hint

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Golden Retriever

Labrador Retriever

Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Pterourus glaucus is the state butterfly of Delaware, but by which name is it more commonly known? Hint

The eastern blue sapphire

The eastern tiger swallowtail

The black hairstreak

The variegated rajah

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Question 10 of 10

10. What do the grey and buff on the state flag stand for? Hint

General George Washington's uniform

The first flag faded from blue and yellow.

The colors of Concord

These were the only dyes available

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What local fish is the state fish of Delaware?

Answer: The Weakfish

The weakfish was adopted as the state fish in 1981. It is a very important game and food fish throughout the state. This is a saltwater fish that is native to the Atlantic Coastal Region of the United States.

2. Which holiday tree is the state tree of Delaware?

Answer: American holly

The American holly was officially adopted as the state tree in 1939. It is one of the state's most important forest trees. This broadleaf evergreen is found all over the eastern United States. It has red berries that are possibly poisonous to humans but are eaten by songbirds such as bluebirds and thrushes.

3. In which year did the strawberry become the state fruit of Delaware?

Answer: 2010

The strawberry was adopted as the state fruit in 2010. They are an important part of the agricultural industry. Delaware strawberries are bred for taste not for size or to last long time on the grocer's shelf.

4. Delaware blue hens are the state birds. Where did this come from?

Answer: Revolutionary War

The Delaware blue hen was elected in 1939 to be the state bird. The history of this bird goes to the Revolutionary War when Delaware soldiers were referred to as "Fighting Cocks". This motif has been used in many political campaigns and in publications in the state. It is one of three U.S. state birds that is not a species native to the United States.

5. Which of these blossoms is the state flower of Delaware?

Answer: Peach Blossom

The peach blossom was adopted as the state flower in 1895. This was in recognition of the importance of the peach to the state's economy. The peach custard pie is the state dessert.

6. The ladybug is the state insect of the state of Delaware.

Answer: True

The ladybug is seen all over the state and is one of the most common insects in the state of Delaware. The ladybug was chosen as the state insect in 1974 after it was suggested by a school child.

7. What unusual mineral is the state of Delaware's state mineral?

Answer: Sillimanite

Sillimanite was recognized by geologists in Delaware in the early 1800s. It is widespread in the Delaware Piedmont and it also occurs as boulders at the Brandywine Springs State Park.

8. What is this adorable breed that was the state dog of Delaware in 2018?

Answer: Golden Retriever

This dog was chosen because of its importance to hunting. It was also probably chosen for its good looks and family appeal. The state may choose a different breed every year.

9. The Pterourus glaucus is the state butterfly of Delaware, but by which name is it more commonly known?

Answer: The eastern tiger swallowtail

Found in the deciduous woods and near streams and rivers, the eastern tiger swallowtail was chosen as the state butterfly in 1999. They were chosen based on a statewide vote of public and parochial students.

10. What do the grey and buff on the state flag stand for?

Answer: General George Washington's uniform

The uniform of General George Washington was the inspiration for the grey and buff. "December 7, 1787" is the day Delaware ratified the federal Constitution - becoming the first state of the union. The men are a farmer and a soldier showing how important both were to the state.

Source: Author dcpddc478

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