Maryland is a state in the Mid-Atlantic district of the United States. It shares borders with Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia to its south and west; Pennsylvania to its north; and Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean to its east. Baltimore is the largest city in the state, and the capital is Annapolis. Among its occasional nicknames are Old Line State, the Free State, and the Chesapeake Bay State.
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Maryland trivia questions
1 The town of Greenbelt, Maryland was laid out by the Federal Government. During which time period did this occur? (The high school in the town is named for a famously active First Lady.)
Show AnswerThe Great Depression2 The Charter for Maryland was granted by Charles I to Cecilius Calvert on:
Show AnswerJune 20, 16323 Greenbelt, Maryland, is the first planned community in the United States. when was it planned?
Show AnswerThe New Deal4 With the reference of the title of this quiz, the state song of Maryland is called “Maryland, My Maryland”. Who wrote it?
Show AnswerJames Ryder Randall5 what was the first professional sports organization in the United States formed in Baltimore?
Show AnswerThe Maryland Jockey Club6 The Federal Government arranged for the first permanent example of a transportation facility to be built in College Park, Maryland. Still standing, what type of transport took place there?
Show AnswerAirflights–it’s an airport7 “Maryland Day” is a celebration to commemorate:
Show AnswerThe landing of the Ark and Dove9 Where in Maryland was the “Star Spangled Banner” Written?
Show AnswerBaltimore10 Baltimore is part of U.S. aviation history with the first manned what?
Show AnswerHot air balloon ascent11 Mary Surratt and her adult son, John, were believed to have been connected with the assassination of which US president?
Show AnswerAbraham Lincoln12 Which of these cities once served as the United States capital?
Show AnswerAnnapolisMaryland trivia facts
13 As a planned community, Greenbelt contains many unique features. What is NOT a feature of Greenbelt?
Show AnswerThe homes were originally built with solar heating14 The Battle of Antietam (fought in Maryland) has a special historical distinction. What is it?
Show AnswerThe Civil War’s bloodiest single day of fighting15 In 1816, Baltimore was the first U.S. city to illuminate its streets using what type of fuel?
Show AnswerHydrogen gas16 One of the worst defeats in history for the US military occurred at the Battle of Bladensburg. An army made up of militia units, US Marines, and US sailors faced off against an army from which nation?
Show AnswerBritain17 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?
Show AnswerFort McHenry18 After the Federal government built the Greenbelt row houses, who actually owned them?
Show AnswerAlthough the homes are owned privately, they are managed by a coop19 Which of the following historical figures were native Marylanders?
Show AnswerSpiro T. Agnew,Harriet Tubman,Frederick Douglass20 Baltimore is home to one of the first permanent monuments to which U.S. president?
Show AnswerGeorge Washington21 Which religious denominations held key preliminary meetings at Sacred Heart Chapel in Bowie, MD. in 1783?
Show AnswerRoman Catholic22 During the Civil War, Maryland was considered to be which of these?
Show AnswerA Union State with Southern sympathizers23 what is depicted on the frieze sculpted on the side of the Greenbelt Elementary School?
Show AnswerFive frames, depicting the Preamble to the Constitution24 The state flag of Maryland is the coat of arms of which two founding Maryland families?
Show AnswerCalvert and CrosslandMaryland geography trivia
26 When did the Great Baltimore Fire occur?
Show AnswerFebruary, 190427 Like most small communities in the US, Greenbelt is home to several houses of worship. What is unique about Greenbelt’s synagogue?
Show AnswerIt was constructed by its members28 Maryland was the ___________ state to be accepted into the union.
Show Answer7th29 The first telegraph line was erected between Baltimore and what other city?
Show AnswerWashington, D.C30 Prince George’s County lost several square miles of territory in the period 1790-1791. Why did this occur?
Show AnswerLand was ceded by Maryland for the formation of a federal district31 This Marylander served two terms as Maryland’s Governor and two terms as Mayor of Baltimore City:
Show AnswerTheodore R. McKeldin32 Which famous institution is located in Greenbelt, Maryland?
Show AnswerGoddard Space Flight Center33 Maryland was founded as a _________ colony.
Show AnswerCatholic34 Baltimore was the first city to erect a statue to which of these authors?
Show AnswerEdgar Allen Poe35 Of which department store chain was Rosenwald a CEO and part-owner?
Show AnswerSears, Roebuck36 This famous Marylander served not only as Mayor of Baltimore City, but was Governor of Maryland as well as the State Comptroller:
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37 In 1969, one of Greenbelt’s cooperative institutions were sued, and the court case was eventually settled in the Supreme Court. Which Greenbelt cooperative was sued?
Show AnswerThe Greenbelt News Review newspaper was sued for libel38 In 1829, the famous Tom Thumb was built in Baltimore. What form of transportation was it?
Show AnswerSteam locomotive39 The first African-American to serve on the Supreme Court was from Baltimore. Who was he?
Show AnswerThurgood Marshall40 who was Prince George’s County, Maryland, named?
Show AnswerPrince George of Denmark (wife of Queen Anne)41 Maryland was the ______ state to ratify the United States Constitution.
Show Answer7th42 What is the state sport of Maryland?
Show AnswerJousting43 The first baseball player to be named MVP in both leagues was a Baltimore Oriole for part of his career. Who was it?
Show AnswerFrank Robinson44 In 1972, a Presidential candidate was shot while he was campaigning at Laurel Shopping Center in Laurel, MD. Who was this candidate?
Show AnswerGeorge Wallace45 What is the capital of Maryland?
Show AnswerAnnapolisMaryland sports trivia
46 During its early years, visitors frequented Greenbelt to see what the planned community was like. In order to keep up appearances, what peculiar law did the local government enforce?
Show AnswerResidents were not permitted to hang laundry out on Sundays47 What is the state flower of Maryland?
Show AnswerBlack-eyed Susan48 The USS Constellation is one of the most famous. What type of war ship was Baltimore famous for producing?
Show AnswerThe Clipper- Which stadium did the Baltimore Ravens play in during the 2009 season?
- Although the Washington Redskins aren’t exactly Maryland’s team, they play in which Maryland city?
51 Fredrick had its own Minor League Baseball team called what?
Show AnswerKeys52 Which 2009 NBA franchise was once the Baltimore Bullets?
Show AnswerWashington Wizards53 Which state college has won basketball championships, football championships, soccer championships, and an amazing more than 20 lacrosse championships?
Show AnswerUniversity of Maryland54 Which Baltimore team had its own football team in the Canadian Football League?
Show AnswerBaltimore Stallions55 Which one of these NFL quarterbacks never played for the Ravens?
Show AnswerDrew Bledsoe56 In which year did the Baltimore Orioles win against the Philadelphia Phillies, to win their third World Series?
Show Answer198357 The Naval Academy has a major rivalry with the military academy in the Army-Navy game that has been around since 1890. Where is the Naval Academy located?
Show AnswerAnnapolis
