Exploring the Peach State: Fun Facts About Georgia

In which region of the United States is Georgia located?

• Southeast

• Midwest

• Northeast

• Southwest

Which ocean borders the state of Georgia?

• Arctic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

Which state borders Georgia to the northeast?

• Florida

• Alabama

• Tennessee

• North Carolina

What is one of Georgia's nicknames?

• The Sunshine State

• The Lone Star State

• The Golden State

• The Peach State

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Why is Georgia called the Peach State?

• Because it has a peach-shaped state seal

• Because it exports peaches

• Because it imports peaches

• Because of its large peach farms

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What type of rock is Georgia rich in, contributing to its nickname 'Empire State of the South'?

• Marble

• Limestone

• Sandstone

• Granite

When was the current flag of Georgia adopted?

• 2015

• 1990

• 2010

• 2003

What do the thirteen white stars on the Georgia flag represent?

• The thirteen original colonies

• The thirteen rivers in Georgia

• The thirteen counties in Georgia

• The thirteen major cities in Georgia

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What is the capital and largest city of Georgia?

• Columbus

• Atlanta

• Savannah

• Augusta

What is the state bird of Georgia?

• Eastern Bluebird

• American Robin

• Brown Thrasher

• Northern Cardinal