Question 1

Mount Rushmore

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This iconic American landmark is located in South Dakota and features the faces of four American presidents carved into a mountain.

Question 2

Black Hills

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A small, isolated mountain range rising from the Great Plains of North America in western South Dakota.

Question 3

Crazy Horse Memorial

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A mountain monument under construction in the Black Hills, dedicated to the Oglala Lakota warrior, Crazy Horse.

Question 4

Badlands National Park

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An American national park located in South Dakota featuring rugged landscapes, eroded buttes, and distinctive pinnacles.

Question 5

Dakota Territory

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An organized incorporated territory of the United States that existed from 1861 until 1889, when the final extent of the reduced territory was split and admitted to the Union as the states of North Dakota and South Dakota.

Question 6

Pierre

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The capital city of South Dakota.

Question 7

Sioux Falls

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The most populous city in South Dakota.

Question 8

Oahe Dam

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A large dam along the Missouri River, just north of Pierre, South Dakota, providing electricity and flood control.

Question 9

Wind Cave National Park

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One of the oldest national parks in the US, famous for its complex cave system.

Question 10

Jewel Cave

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The third longest cave in the world, located in South Dakota’s Black Hills.

Question 11

Custer State Park

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A state park and wildlife reserve in the Black Hills of southwestern South Dakota.

Question 12

Homestake Mine

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A deep underground gold mine located in Lead, South Dakota. Until it closed in 2002, it was the largest and deepest gold mine in North America.

Question 13

Corn Palace

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A multi-purpose arena in Mitchell, South Dakota, decorated with crop art.

Question 14

South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc

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A Supreme Court case in which the Court held that states may charge tax on purchases made from out-of-state sellers, even if the seller does not have a physical presence in the taxing state.

Question 15

Lewis and Clark Expedition

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Passed through South Dakota on their journey westward.

Question 16

Wall Drug Store

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Famous tourist attraction located in the town of Wall, South Dakota.

Question 17

Bison

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Official state animal of South Dakota.

Question 18

Missouri River

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The longest river in North America, it runs through South Dakota and is a key geographic feature.

Question 19

Belle Fourche

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Geographical center of the United States.

Question 20

South Dakota's economy

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Historically dependent on agriculture, it has diversified into healthcare, retail, and finance in the 21st century.

Question 21

State Bird: Ring-necked Pheasant

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Known for its distinctive 'ring' around its neck, it's the state bird of South Dakota.

Question 22

State Flower: Pasque Flower

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Also known as the May Day flower, it's the state flower of South Dakota.

Question 23

Spearfish Canyon

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A deep but narrow gorge carved by Spearfish Creek just south of Spearfish, South Dakota.

Question 24

Wounded Knee Massacre

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Occurred on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in southwestern South Dakota in 1890.

Question 25

State Fossil: Triceratops

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A large dinosaur known for its frilled head and three horns, it's the state fossil of South Dakota.

Question 26

Dakota, Nakota, Lakota

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The three language groups that make up the Sioux Nation.

Question 27

Fort Pierre

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Originally a fur trading post, now a city opposite the state capital.

Question 28

Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village

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An archaeological site where scientists are excavating a 1,000 year old Native American village.

Question 29

Deadwood

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A historic city known for its gold rush history.

Question 30

The Mammoth Site

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A museum and paleontological site near Hot Springs, South Dakota where numerous mammoth remains were discovered.

Question 31

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

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An American motorcycle rally held annually in Sturgis, South Dakota, typically during the first week of August.

Question 32

State Mineral: Rose Quartz

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South Dakota is one of the few places globally where rose quartz is found in large deposits.

Question 33

State Insect: Honey Bee

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Essential for pollination, honey bees are South Dakota's state insect.

Question 34

Sisseton

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A city in South Dakota and the capital of Roberts County, with significant Dakota Sioux Native American history.

Question 35

Great Sioux Reservation

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An area covering parts of South Dakota designated for the Sioux Nation in the late 19th century, but later broken up.

Question 36

Ingalls Homestead

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The homestead of the Ingalls family, made famous by Laura Ingalls Wilder's "Little House on the Prairie" books.

Question 37

Yankton

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The original capital of Dakota Territory and a significant city in early South Dakota history.

Question 38

Brookings

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A city in South Dakota, home to South Dakota State University, the state's largest.

Question 39

Minuteman Missile National Historic Site

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A site preserving the last remaining Minuteman II ICBM system in the United States.

Question 40

Sylvan Lake

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Often called the "crown jewel" of Custer State Park, located in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

Question 41

State Tree: Black Hills Spruce

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A variety of the white spruce native to the Black Hills, it's the state tree of South Dakota.

Question 42

The Flaming Fountain Memorial

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A monument and fountain in Pierre dedicated to South Dakota veterans.

Question 43

Bear Butte

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A geological feature and spiritual site for the Lakota located in western South Dakota.

Question 44

South Dakota Air and Space Museum

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Located at Ellsworth Air Force Base, it highlights aviation and space history.

Question 45

Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Homes

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In De Smet, South Dakota, these homes offer a glimpse into the life of the author and her pioneering family.

Question 46

Geographic Center of the U.S.

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Belle Fourche in South Dakota is recognized as the geographic center of the United States.

Question 47

State Fish: Walleye

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Known for its tasty flesh, it's the state fish of South Dakota.

Question 48

State Gemstone: Fairburn Agate

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Known for its unique, colorful patterns, it's the state gemstone of South Dakota.

Question 49

Ellsworth Air Force Base

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One of two remaining B-1B Lancer strategic bomber bases for the United States Air Force.

Question 50

Dinosaur Park

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Located on a ridge of sandstone in Rapid City, South Dakota, it features seven dinosaur sculptures.

Question 51

Great Plains Zoo

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Located in Sioux Falls, the zoo features a diverse species collection.

Question 52

State Grass: Western Wheatgrass

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Durable and drought-tolerant, it's the state grass of South Dakota.

Question 53

State Soil: Houdek Soil

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Named after the town of Houdek in South Dakota.

Question 54

Prairie

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Dominant feature of South Dakota’s landscape, hosting a unique ecosystem of plants and animals.

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