Cities and States
The only active diamond mine is located in what state that starts with an A?
Arkansas
"Once I had a love and it was a gas..."
Heart of Glass
I was the first American candy to be wrapped in foil. When I was first created, I cost 5 cents. The hole in the middle of me gave my creator the idea for my name. I was made first only in America, so who am I?
Life Savers
What historical event do Americans celebrate on the Fourth of July?
Formal adoption of the Declaration of Independence
This inhabitant of Yellowstone, although being the largest member of the deer family, is relatively small in number within the park. To which 6.5 ft member of the genus "Alces" am I referring?
Moose
George Washington took the oath of office in what state on April 30, 1789?
New York
"I've been walkin' these streets so long..."
Rhinestone Cowboy
My original name was "Tales Calculated to Drive You Mad". My creators are known as "the usual gang of idiots". I am published by DC Comics. I was made first only in America, so who am I?
Mad magazine
When were fireworks first used in an official Fourth of July celebration?
1777
Yellowstone's control over the population of some of its wildlife can be a hindrance to others. Which big cat, the largest found in Yellowstone Park, decreased in number rapidly in the early 20th century due to their removal from the park?
Mountain Lion
What state features the largest production of maple syrup?
Vermont
"Busted flat in Baton Rouge, waitin' for a train..."
Me and Bobby McGee
I have been worn by 60% of all Americans at one time. Created in Massachusetts, I was endorsed by basketball great Chuck Taylor. Kurt Cobain was wearing me when he died. I made first only in America, so who am I?
Converse Sneakers
Which department store chain has sponsored New York's annual Fourth of July firework display since 1976?
Macy's
There are many birds present in Yellowstone. Which bird, recognizable to many Americans, has its breeding patterns particularly closely monitored by the park managers?
The bald eagle
In what state would you find NASA headquarters?
Texas
"Stuck inside these four walls, sent inside forever..."
Band on the Run
The letters in my name were taken from a German word meaning peppermint. My initial intent was to be used as a breath freshener for smokers, but soon I became a popular candy. After my packaging was changed from tin to a cigarette lighter shape with cartoon characters on top, kids went wild over me. I made first only in America, so who am I?
Pez
Which president first held a Fourth of July celebration at the White House?
Thomas Jefferson
Yellowstone's rivers and lakes contain 91% of the world's population of Yellowstone cutthroat trout and so the conditions in the park must be closely monitored to preserve this sub-species. This meant that once again aggressive species control has to be brought in after a non-native fish was introduced to Yellowstone. What type of fish was this?
Lake trout
The world's first drive-in movie theater was in what two-word state?
New Jersey
"I know your eyes in the morning sun..."
How Deep Is Your Love
I was developed by Richard Drew in 1924. My name was given to me when someone commented on how cheap I was. My new design with a built-in cutter was created in 1932 by John Borden and was an instant hit with buyers. The plaid look given to me was first shown in 1945. I was made first only in America, so who am I?
3M Scotch tape
Which newspaper first printed the Declaration of Independence?
The Pennsylvania Evening Post
One of Yellowstone's most recognizable animals is the bighorn sheep. You may have gathered from its name that this sheep has rather large horns. What are these horns primarily used for?
Competing during mating season