Take our 2006 October/November 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.

October/November  Trivia Quiz

1. Where is the oldest African American settlement in Baltimore County?

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2. What was the name of the Indian tribe that had thickly settled Baltimore County before white settlers came? 

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3. The owner of a successful bell foundry in Baltimore had an estate in Baltimore County. What was its name?  

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4. What beverage that originated in the 17^th century is imported, bottled and distributed in Baltimore County?  

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5. What is the land area of Baltimore County?  

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6. In the original movie of “Hairspray” the amusement park Tilted Acres was based on an actual park in Baltimore County. What was the name of this park?

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7. A local colonial newspaper proclaimed on April 19, 1775: “The ever memorable 19^th of April gave a conclusive answer to the questions of American Freedom. …That day…evidenced that Americans would rather die than live slaves!” What event was being discussed?  

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8. The year 1854 was an important one for Baltimore County. Why?

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9. Which geographical section in the state includes Baltimore County?  

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10.  What 20^th century religious movement within the African-American community had its beginnings locally?  

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Revised October 19, 2006