Indiana

Famous People

100

This journalist/late-night tv show host was from Marion.

David Letterman

200

"It's close to midnight and something evil's lurkin' in the dark
Under the moonlight you see a sight that almost stops your heart
You try to scream but terror takes the sound before you make it
You start to freeze as horror looks you right between the eyes,
You're paralyzed"

Michael Jackson

300

This escape artist robbed 24 banks and 4 police stations to name a few of their accolades. This Jackrabbit couldn't escape fate at the theater. 

John Dillinger

400

This rebel without a cause performed in three movies before passing away in a car accident.

James Dean

500

This author penned multiple novels dealing with the middle class of America.

Kurt Vonnegut.

History

100

What is the name people from Indiana are called? 

Hoosiers

200

How many stars are on the Indiana State Flag? 

19

300

This county is where Abraham Lincoln grew up. 

Spencer County

400

What fort did explorers Lewis and Clark set out for their expedition of the Northwest territory? 

Fort Vincennes. 

500

In 1816, Indiana joined the United States of America as what numbered state? 

19

Sports

100

This rookie quickly rose to fame and became one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history. 

Peyton Manning

200

This year is the inaugural Indy 500 race. 

1911

300

This Indianapolis sporting event quickly became the biggest event in the world.

Indianapolis 500

400

The first professional baseball game was held in which city?

Fort Wayne in 1871 

500

This coach lead the most games won in Indiana University history.

Bob Knight

Interesting Locations

100

This French fort later became known as Fort Wayne. 

Fort Miami

200

The famous popcorn maker Orville Redenbacher was born in what city? 

Brazil, Indiana

300

This town was the setting for A Christmas Story. 

Hammond

400

This park has over 250 acres of natural beauty and diverse outdoor entertainment. 

White River State Park

500

This is home of the first theme park. 

Santa Claus, Indiana

Fun Facts

100

What rock is Indiana known for having which helped build national monuments in D.C.? 

Limestone

200

What city is responsible for the Coca Cola bottle design? 

Terre Haute

300

Syvanus F. Bower invented what necessary automobile creation?

Gas Pump

400

What mineral is Indiana known for having that led to the building of national monuments? 

Limestone

500

Which county is considered the "Covered Bridge Capital of the World."

Historic Parke County