Question 1: Today, we are in the vibrant resort town of Ocean City. Which state are we in?
- Maryland
- Florida
- California
Correct Answer: Maryland
Fact: Maryland boasts a diverse landscape, from coastal areas on the Chesapeake Bay to the Appalachian Mountains, earning the moniker America in Miniature. First colonized by Europeans in the 17th century, the state was one of the original 13 colonies. Key attractions include Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, Ocean City’s beaches, and Antietam National Battlefield in Washington County, site of the American Civil War battle.
Question 2: The state of Maryland is named after which historical figure?
- Mary, Queen of Scots
- Henrietta Maria of France
- Mary I of England
Correct Answer: Henrietta Maria of France
Fact: Henrietta Maria of France (1609-1669), queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland, was married to King Charles I. The North American Province of Maryland, a significant British colony, was named by Charles in honor of Henrietta Maria. This name was later adopted for the state of Maryland.
Question 3: Maryland’s Assateague Island is famous for its…
- Steep cliffs
- Ancient forest
- Feral horses
Correct Answer: Feral horses
Fact: Assateague Island National Seashore is located off the coasts of Maryland and Virginia. Among its most famous inhabitants are feral horses, which roam freely across the island. While it is widely believed they descended from domestic horses kept by early residents, local folklore tells a more dramatic tale: These majestic creatures are thought to be the progeny of survivors of a shipwreck.