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100

This monument located is located on the bay side of Presque Isle and was named after what hero from the War of 1812?

Olive Hazard Perry

100

What sandy peninsula extends from Erie out into the lake, providing recreation for millions of people a year?

Presque Isle State Park

100

Opened in 1897, This is home to hundreds of animals from around the world and is a favorite family-friendly attraction especially during the summer months.

The Erie Zoo

100

A Minor League Baseball team affiliated with the Detroit Tigers. They play in the Eastern League and are based at UPMC Park in Erie.  

Erie Seawolves

100

Mercyhurst

100

What interstate is the longest stretch of highway in Erie County?

I-90

200

Erie got its name from Eriez people, that were a ______________ tribe that lived on the shores of Lake Erie.

Native American

200

This iconic amusement park along Lake Erie opened in 1896 in Millcreek and has entertained generations with its roller coasters, water park, and live shows.

Waldameer

200

This is an indoor water park located in Erie, Pennsylvania. It features water slides, pools, hot tubs, a lazy river, and play areas, making it a popular destination for family entertainment and vacations. The park is climate-controlled, allowing for year-round enjoyment regardless of the weather.

 

Splash Lagoon

200

A junior ice hockey team in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). They play at the Erie Insurance Arena and have produced several NHL stars, including Connor McDavid.  

Erie Otters

200

Gannon

200

Erie is home to an enormous annual event where people dress up in bizarre costumes and take a chilly dip into Lake Erie. What’s the name of this event?

 

The Polar Plunge

300

What is the population of Erie PA?

A) 47,000

B) 92,000

C) 186,000

D) 291,000

B) 92,000

300

This is an educational facility located near Presque Isle. It focuses on environmental education, research, and conservation. The center is named a former Governor of Pennsylvania. It features interactive exhibits, classrooms, a theater, and a research wing.

Tom Ridge Environmental Center

300

Name one of the two oldest chocolate companies that has been in Erie for over 120 years. They are known for their hand made chocolates.

Pulakos or Romolos

300

They are a semi-professional soccer team that competes in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL). 

Erie Commodores FC

300

This is a public satellite campus of a larger University located outside of Erie.

 

Penn State Behrend

300

Until around 1840, the area in Erie from 12th to 18th streets in the city was a notorious problem zone, and was considered a valueless area by early settlers. Why?

a. It was overrun with highwaymen

b. It was a formidable swamp that was impenetrable

c. Excessively stony ground

d. It was laden with tomato plants, which were thought to be poisonous

b. It was a formidable swamp that was impenetrable

400

The Erie ________was constructed between 1817 and 1825, and it was a major engineering feat for its time. It was designed to create a manmade water route for transporting goods between the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes.

Canal

400

This museum located on the waterfront highlights Erie’s maritime history and features the U.S. Brig Niagara, a reconstructed War of 1812 flagship.

Erie Maritime Museum

400

This company is the largest employer in Erie county. They also have an arena named after them in downtown erie.

Erie Insurance

400

They are a semi-professional football team based in Erie, Pennsylvania. The team was a part of the National Public Safety Football League (NPSFL), which is a league that consists of teams made up primarily of first responders such as police officers, firefighters, and paramedics.  

Erie Express

400

This University is part of Pennsylvania's Western University system, which combines several campuses. 

PennWest Edinboro

400

Which type of fish, commonly found in Lake Erie, is the star ingredient in local dishes, especially fried fish sandwiches?

Walleye

500

Who is Erie's mayor?

Joe Schember

500

This is an American observation tower that is located in Erie, Pennsylvania and features panoramic views of Lake Erie, Presque Isle State Park, and downtown Erie.

 

Bicentennial Tower

500

This company manufactures products for locomotives, freight cars, and passenger transit vehicles. It acquired GE Transportation in 2019. 

Wabtec

500

Erie hosted this winter sport's 2011 World Championships at Presque Isle State Park.

 

Cross Country Skiing

500

This is a private medical school and academic health center in Erie.

LECOM

500

This is a classic historic theater in Erie, PA that was built in 1931. Over the years, the theater has hosted a variety of performances, including concerts, Broadway shows, and films.

 

The Warner