Indiana History
What is Indiana's State Bird?
The Cardinal
What is it's Surface made from?
Asphalt and Brick
What are Indiana's State Colors?
Blue and Gold
This man planted apple trees all across the Midwest
Johnny Appleseed
This football team plays in Indianapolis
The Colts
What is Indiana's State Flower?
The Peony
What 3 major events does the Indianapolis Motor Speedway hold?
Indianapolis 500
GMR Grand Prix
NASCAR - Pennzoil 150 and Verizon 200
What is Indiana's State Capitol?
Indianapolis
What is the famous Hoosier that sang pop?
Clue: He wrote "Thriller" and "Beat It"
Michael Jackson
This professional basketball team plays in Indianapolis
The Pacers
What is Indiana's Nickname?
The Hoosier State
When did the Indianapolis Motor Speedway open?
August 12, 1909
111 years ago
Where is the "Limestone Capital of the world?"
Bedford, Indiana
This cartoon cat was invented in Indiana
Garfield
This annual race is called the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing"
What is Indiana's Motto?
The Crossroads of America
How much was the construction cost of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
$3 Million Dollars - in 1909
$86 Million Dollars - in 2021
What Mineral is Indiana known for producing?
Limestone
This man lived in Spencer for most of his childhood before becoming the 16th President
Abraham Lincoln
This Minor League baseball team plays in Indianapolis
The Indians
When did Indiana become a state?
December 11, 1816
Who is the owner and operator of the Motor Speedway?
Penske Entertainment Group
What building in New York City was Indiana's Limestone used in its construction?
The Empire State Building
This Hoosier is famous for his delicious popcorn
Orville Redenbacher
This college team is known as the Fighting Irish
Notre Dame