Louisiana: The Pelican State Quiz

What nickname is given to Louisiana due to its coastal wildlife?

• The Pelican State

• The Bayou State

• The Jazz State

• The Creole State

Which two European countries controlled Louisiana before it became part of the United States?

• England and Spain

• Portugal and Spain

• France and Portugal

• France and Spain

Which ethnic groups are mentioned as part of Louisiana's diverse population?

• Creoles, Mexicans, and Canadians

• Cajuns, Italians, and Germans

• Native Americans, Germans, and Italians

• Cajuns, Creoles, and Native Americans

In what year did Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana, causing massive flooding in New Orleans?

• 2009

• 2007

• 2003

• 2005

Which music genre is Louisiana famously known as the birthplace of?

• Jazz

• Rock

• Blues

• Country