Historic Firsts in US Landmarks: Who Did It First?
US history buffs, get ready for the ultimate challenge! See how much you know about the historical firsts of the USA's official landmarks!
This one is for people who love to pay attention in history AND geography! The USA is home to some of the most iconic landmarks of all time - the Statue of Liberty, the Grand Canyon, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Hoover Dam, and SO many more! This quiz isn't about the basics, though... it's about seeing what you know about America's famous firsts! Get ready for a challenge - you're in for a wild ride! Don't forget to try our other USA quizzes when you're done - why not find out which Founding Father you are, or see how well you know the capitals of North America?
When was the first US national landmark declared?
And what was that monument?
Which state reportedly flew the original stars and stripes flag for the first time, in 1777?
The first letter of the Hollywood sign was stolen in which year?
The Trinity Site in New Mexico was the location of which famous world first, in 1945?
Litchfield, Connecticut is home to a national landmark: the first college of a certain subject in the USA. Which subject did it teach?
The world's first telephone exchange, a former landmark before demolition, was built in which state?
In which city was Coca Cola first bottled?
Where was America's first ski resort built?
True or false: Ellis Island was the USA's first immigration station?
Oh no - looks like you need to brush up on your US history and geography! It's okay - this was a seriously tricky quiz, so well done for having a go!
Not bad at all! You know a thing or two about US landmarks and their firsts, which is pretty impressive! You're not quite ready to take the top score though - why not try again and see if you can bring your score up?
Very good! You clearly know a LOT about US landmarks, and your score is seriously impressive! Well done! You're not quite ready to take the top score though - why not try again and see if you can bring your score up?
A top score - absolutely amazing! You're not just a history buff, you're also a geography buff, and your knowledge about the USA is unmatched! Bravo!
