Question 1: On which island is Virgin Islands National Park?
- St. John
- St. Thomas
- St. Croix
Correct Answer: St. John
Fact: This national park in the Caribbean Sea is on the island of St. John and covers 14,737 acres of land and ocean. The park preserves historical sites, including petroglyphs left by the Taino people and the ruins of sugar plantations.
Question 2: Who donated the land to establish Virgin Islands National Park?
- J. Paul Getty
- Laurance Rockefeller
- Howard Hughes
Correct Answer: Laurance Rockefeller
Fact: A member of one of the wealthiest families of all time, Laurance Rockefeller was a businessman and conservationist. In the 1950s, he bought large portions of land on St. John and went on to donate over 5,000 acres to the National Park Service, one of his many contributions to preserving America’s natural landscapes.
Question 3: What is the official flower of the US Virgin Islands?
- Hibiscus
- Flamboyant
- Yellow elder
Correct Answer: Yellow elder
Fact: In 1969, the yellow elder was designated as the official territorial flower of the US Virgin Islands. It was chosen for its vibrant color, resilience in tropical climates, and cultural significance to the islands’ flora.