Question 1: What mountain is featured in today’s image?
- Mount Rainier
- Denali
- Mount Whitney
Correct Answer: Mount Rainier
Fact: At 14,400 feet, Mount Rainier is Washington’s tallest mountain and an active volcano. It hasn’t erupted since the 15th century but is considered one of the world’s most dangerous volcanoes. This is due to its great height above surrounding valleys, frequent earthquakes, and its many glaciers, which scientists fear could melt, triggering dangerous mudflows and debris flows in the event of an eruption.
Question 2: What is the capital of Washington?
- Olympia
- Spokane
- Seattle
Correct Answer: Olympia
Fact: Olympia was established by Europeans as a settlement in the mid-19th century but had been populated by Lushootseed-speaking peoples for thousands of years. In 1853, it became the capital of Washington Territory, and later of Washington state. These days, Olympia has a buzzing arts scene, which includes a thriving theater culture.
Question 3: What is Washington’s state flower?
- Wild rose
- Red clover
- Coast rhododendron
Correct Answer: Coast rhododendron
Fact: The coast rhododendron is native to the north Pacific Coast of North America. It is found from British Columbia to Northern California. In 1959 this flower, also known as the Pacific or big leaf rhododendron, officially became the state flower of Washington.