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What do you know about Illinois?

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which land borders to the east of Illinois?

a)

Indiana

b)

Missouri

c)

Wisconsin

d)

Iowa

2.

Which city is known as the capital of Illinois?

a)

Chicago

b)

Aurora

c)

Rockfield

d)

Springfield

3.

Which factor influences Illinois' climate?

a)

Severe weather patterns

b)

The state's location in the mid-latitudes and proximity to the Great Lakes

c)

Deforestation and toxic chemicals from human's economic activities

d)

Significant rainfall throughout the year

4.

What is the current population of Illinois?

a)

About 12,48 million people

b)

About 11,25 million people

c)

Approximately 14 million people

d)

About 13,48 million people

5.

Where is the state of Illinois located?

a)

The Northwestern region of the USA

b)

The Southern region of the USA

c)

The Midwestern region of the USA

d)

The Eastern region of the USA

6.

Why did Illinois become the major hub for transportation and commerce in the 19th and 20th centuries?

a)

The Illinois and Michigan Canal was built and railroads started to get more popular

b)

The state saw the growth of agriculture and manufacturing

c)

The transportation system was innovated by the use of scientific inventions

d)

Many art masterpiece was created during this time, which attracted visitors

7.

Who was selected as the senator of Illinois in 2004?

a)

Abraham Lincoln

b)

Paul Simon

c)

Barack Obama

d)

Everett Dirksen

8.

Which is the main factor contributing to the development of the automotive industry of Illinois?

a)

The citizens' high level of technical knowledge

b)

The development of the railroad industry

c)

The state's central location and level topography

d)

The state's rich natural resources

9.

What is the quote depicted on the flag of Illinois?

a)

"State Sovereignty, National Union"

b)

"North to the Future"

c)

"Liberty and Independence"

d)

"United we stand, Divided we fall"

10.

In which year was the Willis Tower built?

a)

1973

b)

1998

c)

1869

d)

1887

11.

What was the common use of the white oak's woods in the 19th century in the USA?

a)

House construction

b)

Shipbuilding

c)

Papermaking

d)

Millwork and Trim

12.

The song " Sweet home Chicago" is often seen as a symbol of...

a)

The development of economical activities in the city after the Great Depression

b)

The citizens' love for the city's culture and history

c)

The newfound hope and peace of the city after the Great Depression

d)

The African American migration from the South to northern cities

13.

Who is the designer of the Chicago Bean?

a)

Daniel Chester French

b)

Augustus Saint-Gaudens

c)

Anish Kapoor

d)

Gutzon Borglum

14.

When did the period of European exploration and settlement begin in Illinois?

a)

17th century

b)

18th century

c)

19th century

d)

20th century

15.

The Chicago Bean represents...

a)

The city's commitment to public art

b)

 The designer's interest in exploring themes of perception, reflection, and illusion

c)

The citizens' impressive techniques and knowledge of art

d)

Illinois' rich history and culture