Florida History Quiz

Which European country first explored Florida?

• Portugal

• England

• France

• Spain

When did Florida become a U.S. territory?

• March 30, 1822

• March 30, 1820

• March 30, 1825

• March 30, 1818

Who was the first European to set foot in Florida?

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernando de Soto

• Francisco Pizarro

• Juan Ponce de León

Which city in Florida is known as the 'Sunshine City'?

• St. Petersburg

• Orlando

• Tampa

• Miami

What was the main industry in early Florida?

• Fishing

• Mining

• Manufacturing

• Agriculture

Which famous inventor had a winter home in Fort Myers, Florida?

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Nikola Tesla

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Edison

Which famous theme park is located in Orlando, Florida?

• Universal Studios

• Six Flags

• SeaWorld

• Walt Disney World

Who was the first governor of Florida?

• William Dunn Moseley

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

Which city in Florida is known as the 'Theme Park Capital of the World'?

• Jacksonville

• Tampa

• Miami

• Orlando