Geography Fun Facts about Hawaii

In addition to its beaches and sunsets, what three things is Hawaii known for?

• Coffee, surfing, and royal palaces

• Culture, history, and natural wonders

• Volcanic activity, diverse climates, and mythology

• Flora, fauna, and sustainability initiatives

How many main islands make up the Hawaiian archipelago?

• 137

• 8

• 1 (The Big Island)

• 5

What is the name of the largest volcano on Earth, located on the Big Island?

• Kīlauea

• Mauna Kea

• Mauna Loa

• Haleakalā

When measured from its base on the ocean floor, what is the highest mountain in the world?

• Mount Everest

• Mauna Kea

• Mauna Loa

• The Nā Pali Coast

The Hawaiian culture is deeply rooted in what heritage?

• Asian heritage

• American heritage

• Polynesian heritage

• European heritage

What is the name of the philosophy centered on love, kindness, and respect?

• Hula

• Aloha

• Ohana

• Poke

Which of these is a unique animal species found in Hawaii?

• The African elephant

• The Nēnē (Hawaiian goose)

• The brown bear

• The kangaroo

What is the only U.S. state that commercially grows coffee?

• California

• Florida

• Texas

• Hawaii

Where is the only royal palace located on U.S. soil?

• ʻIolani Palace in Honolulu

• The White House

• Buckingham Palace

• Palace of Versailles

Who is the deity of volcanoes said to reside in the Halemaʻumaʻu crater?

• Pele

• Māui

• Lono

• Kāne