Indiana Multiple Choice Questions and Answers for Practice

16. What is the official state tree of Indiana, known for its straight trunk and distinctive leaves?

1. Oak
2. Maple
3. Sycamore
4. Pine

17. The city of French Lick, Indiana, is known for its historic resorts and mineral springs. It was a favorite vacation spot for which famous person?

1. Al Capone
2. John Dillinger
3. Franklin D. Roosevelt
4. Elvis Presley

18. Which sport, particularly popular in Indiana, involves throwing a metal or wooden object towards a target on a grass court?

1. Horseshoes
2. Bocce Ball
3. Croquet
4. Lawn Bowling

19. What is the official state pie of Indiana, often enjoyed during the Thanksgiving holiday?

1. Apple Pie
2. Cherry Pie
3. Pumpkin Pie
4. Pecan Pie

20. The Covered Bridge Festival, held annually in Parke County, Indiana, celebrates the historic covered bridges. How many covered bridges are there in Parke County?

1. 10
2. 20
3. 30
4. 40

21. The "Milan Miracle" refers to an underdog high school basketball team from Indiana that won the state championship. What movie was inspired by this true story?

1. Hoosiers
2. Remember the Titans
3. Glory Road
4. Coach Carter

22. What is the official state reptile of Indiana, known for its ability to produce a strong-smelling fluid as a defense mechanism?

1. Eastern Box Turtle
2. Common Garter Snake
3. Eastern Massasauga
4. Eastern Hognose Snake

23. Which famous American poet, known for his humorous and whimsical verses, was born in Warsaw, Indiana?

1. Robert Frost
2. Shel Silverstein
3. Langston Hughes
4. Ogden Nash

24. The "Little 500," a famous collegiate bicycle race, takes place at which university in Indiana?

1. Purdue University
2. Indiana University
3. Ball State University
4. Notre Dame University

25. The Hoosier National Forest, one of the largest public lands in Indiana, spans across how many counties in the state?

1. 5
2. 10
3. 15
4. 20