How Much Do You Know About Nevada?

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What is Nevada's nickname?
The gold state
The silver state
The gambling state

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Nevada was admitted to the union during which war?
The Civil War
The Revolutionary War
The War of 1812

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True or false: Nevada has more mountain ranges than any other state in the US.
True
False

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Who owns 85% of the land in Nevada?
The US Government
Private hotel developers
Warren Buffet

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What year was gambling legalized in Nevada?
1919
1931
1942

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True or false: Nevada takes its name from a Spanish word meaning "slow one."
True
False

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In terms of state size, where does Nevada rank amongst other US states?
6th
8th
7th

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How many hot springs does Nevada currently boast?
300
200
50

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True or false: Nevada is the largest gold-producing state in the nation. It is second in the world behind South Africa.
True
False

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How many miles of paved road does Nevada boast?
10,000 miles
20,000 miles
50,000 miles

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Which Nevada state highway is known as the loneliest in the country?
Highway 61
Highway 50
Highway 10

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True or false: Nevada is the only state with an entire museum devoted to the life and time of entertainer Liberace.
True
False
Uh-oh, this quiz revealed that you're a bit of a Nevada novice. Though you may appreciate all that this great state has to offer, you're not exactly well versed on the history that helped shape this Western state. Worry not, at least you learned something new on your quiz journey!

C+, Nevada Novice

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Based on the results of this quiz, you're truly Nevada awesome! Though you missed a few questions, your knowledge on the state of Nevada still far exceeds that of the average American. It's clear that you not only know your states, you appreciate what they have to offer as well.

B+, Nevada Awesome

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Based on the results of this quiz, you are truly Nevada knowledgable! It's obvious that you have a deep love of the state of Nevada. Not only are you well versed on the history, you know the current events of this state as well. Go ahead and brag a little, you've earned it!

A+, Nevada Knowledgable

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Every state has a history and a story, but do you really know all there is to know about Nevada? Take these 12 questions and put your knowledge of this Western state to the ultimate test!
1
What is Nevada's nickname?
The gold state
The silver state
The gambling state
2
Nevada was admitted to the union during which war?
The Civil War
The Revolutionary War
The War of 1812
3
True or false: Nevada has more mountain ranges than any other state in the US.
True
False
4
Who owns 85% of the land in Nevada?
The US Government
Private hotel developers
Warren Buffet
5
What year was gambling legalized in Nevada?
1919
1931
1942
6
True or false: Nevada takes its name from a Spanish word meaning "slow one."
True
False
7
In terms of state size, where does Nevada rank amongst other US states?
6th
8th
7th
8
How many hot springs does Nevada currently boast?
300
200
50
9
True or false: Nevada is the largest gold-producing state in the nation. It is second in the world behind South Africa.
True
False
10
How many miles of paved road does Nevada boast?
10,000 miles
20,000 miles
50,000 miles
11
Which Nevada state highway is known as the loneliest in the country?
Highway 61
Highway 50
Highway 10
12
True or false: Nevada is the only state with an entire museum devoted to the life and time of entertainer Liberace.
True
False