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Take our 2005 May History Quiz
Have fun and celebrate Baltimore County's heritage with this quiz prepared by the reference librarians from the Baltimore County Public Library. We will update the quiz each month.
May's Quiz
1. What do these outstanding racehorses have in common: Seabisquit, Omaha, Secretariat, Smarty Jones, Funny Cide and Empire Maker?Go to the answer for question 1
2. How many miles of waterfront does Baltimore County have?
Go to the answer for question 2
3. Where in Baltimore County was indoor plumbing first installed in a residence?Go to the answer for question 3
4. Among the most difficult golf courses in the Baltimore area some are in Baltimore County. Name them.Go to the answer for question 4
5. Where did Bellona Avenue get its name?
Go to the answer for question 5
6. In 1882, seven Catonsville businessmen contributed $50,000 to build what important community improvement?Go to the answer for question 6
7. What local resident made the cover of TIME in November of 1931?Go to the answer for question 7
8. This award winning author majored in English at Loyola College and worked here as an insurance broker. Who is he?Go to the answer for question 8
9. The Towson Courthouse was originally a rectangular building which was two stories in height and nine bays wide. When were additions added?
Go to the answer for question 9
10. The Congressional Medal of Honor was awarded to a Baltimore County resident for his bravery in action with hostile Apaches. Who was he?Go to the answer for question 10
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Revised May 1, 2005
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