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Saint Paul became the capital of Minnesota Territory in 1849 and retained its status when Minnesota became a state in _____.
1858
100
Citrus plants originated in which continent?
Asia, more specifically southeast Asia, Although the exact origins of citrus trees are unknown, it’s believed that they originated in a specific plot of land bordered by northeast India, Myanmar and the Yunnan Provence of China.
100
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars - it got its name due to its iron-oxide rich surface
100
July owes its name to ______ ______, who reformed the calendar in 46 B.C. Following his death in 44 B.C, his birth month was designated July in his honor.
Julius Caesar - Previously, it was known as Quintilis, meaning “the fifth month” in the old Roman calendar, before January and February were added.
100
What is the more common name for the olfactory organ?
Nose. Olfaction or olfactory perception is the sense of smell.
100
An area of highland consisting of flat terrain that is raised sharply above the surrounding area on at least one side
A Plateau! The largest true plateau is the Tibetan Plateau - It's about 2.5 million square kilometers (roughly 970,000 square miles) and is often called the "Roof of the World"
200
______ Avenue boasts one of the best-preserved stretches of Victorian-era houses in the United States, offering a glimpse into the city’s architectural past.
Summit
200
According to Sunkist, which controversial explorer brought citrus to 'the new world'?
Christopher Colombus in 1493
200
The names of many planets were used to form the names of the days of the week we use today. Only one day is names for Earth's moon. Which day?
Monday - in latin it's called dies Lunae.
200
July 14 is ________ ___, which commemorates the storming of the ________ and the start of the French Revolution.
Bastille Day! It symbolizes the end of the king's absolute power and the birth of the people's sovereignty.
200
Spam is a combination of what two words?
Spiced ham. Spam was first sold in 1937. This canned meat product has become a pop-culture phenomenon.
200
Land surrounded by water on three sides
A peninsula - The USA has thousands of peninsulas, including but not limited to: the Florida Peninsula, Door Peninsula in Wisconsin and Cape Cod in Massachusetts
300
Thomas Reed Potts was the city’s first _____ and a pioneer physician
Mayor!
300
Which state in the United States grows the most oranges?
Florida! It's known for its ideal climate and soil conditions for growing oranges. The state has a warm and subtropical climate, with a long growing season and abundant sunshine, which are essential for orange cultivation.
300
Which planet rotates backwards?
Venus - its rotation is called 'retrograde rotation' meaning it spins on its axis in the opposite direction to the earth. This causes the sun to rise in the west and set in the east!
300
What is the name of July's Full Moon? Hint: It has to do with the antlers of male deer.
The Buck Moon! July’s Full Buck Moon will rise on Wednesday, July 29, reaching peak illumination at 10:36 A.M. Eastern Time. It will be below the horizon at that time, so plan to look towards the southeast after sunset to watch it rise into the sky.
300
Brussels is the capital city of what country?
Belgium. Brussels is also the largest city in Belgium
300
A community of living organisms interacting with their environment.
Ecosystem - examples include forests, deserts, grasslands, freshwater and marine systems
400
What is St Paul's Largest export?
Soy Beans. According to the State of Minnesota, soybeans are among the top agricultural exports from the state, with Minnesota ranking 4th nationally in soybean exports in 2024, shipping about $1.8 billion in soybeans abroad
400
Historically, rations of oranges were given to British soldiers on long ocean voyages to prevent ______.
Scurvy - Scurvy is caused by vitamin C deficiency, so the high vitamin C content in oranges made them perfect for preventing the disease.
400
What’s the name of Jupiter’s visible enormous storm that was first seen in the 1600s? 
The Great Red Spot - The storm is enormous, measuring roughly 16,350 km (10,159 miles) across, large enough to engulf Earth entirely
400
The Apollo 11 moon landing occurred on July 20, ____, when Neil Armstrong became the first human to walk on the moon
1969
400
Marsupials have what special characteristic?
The young are carried in the mother’s pouch. The kangaroo, koala, and Tasmanian devil are all marsupials.
400
The science or practice of making maps.
Cartography - The term cartography originates from the French word cartographie, which itself is derived from Latin carta meaning "paper" or "map," and the Greek suffix -graphie, from graphein, meaning "to write or draw"
500
St Paul has eleven official sister cities across the world, including its longest standing sister city in ________, Japan
Nagasaki - established to promote peace and cultural understanding following World War II
500
Lemons turn from green to yellow based on __________, not ripeness.
Temperature - So a few green patches on a lemon does not mean that they aren’t deliciously ripe. Many citrus fruits grown in tropical environments stay green.
500
What is the only planet in our solar system not named after a god or goddess?
Earth
500
What is the zodiac sign for MOST of July?
Cancer! The other one is Leo that goes from July 23rd to August 22nd
500
Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is set in what Italian city?
Verona. The city receives many love letters addressed to Juliet on Valentine’s Day each year
500
A triangular deposit of sediment at a river’s mouth
A Delta - Deltas form when rivers deposit sediment at their mouths as they enter slower-moving or standing bodies of water, gradually creating new land.
600
St Paul has the largest _____-American population in the country
Hmong! With its many customs, food, and festivals, this energetic neighborhood has enhanced the city’s cultural tapestry.
600
Which fruit contains compounds that fight bacterial growth?
Lemons are not only celebrated for their bright flavor but also for their antimicrobial properties. They contain compounds such as citric acid, which has been shown to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi.
600
How long is a year on Jupiter?
A year on Jupiter is 4,333 Earth days, or about 12 Earth years.
600
Which American actor known for Indiana Jones was born on July 13, 1942?
Harrison Ford! He's been in 61 films from 1966-2025, and 15 Documentaries
600
What was the nickname of the Chicago gangster George Nelson?
Baby Face. The FBI killed the notorious bank robber and murderer in 1934. He was 25 years old at the time of his death.
600
The reference line of longitude at 0°, used as the starting point for measuring east and west longitudes around the Earth.
The prime meridian - it divides the planet into the Eastern Hemisphere and the Western Hemisphere. It was first established in 1675 by King Charles II to improve navigation, with successive meridians set up at the observatory until Sir George Airy’s 1851 meridian became the standard.