Kentucky Facts

What is the capital city of Kentucky?

• Louisville

• Lexington

• Frankfort

• Bowling Green

Which famous horse race is held annually in Kentucky?

• Preakness Stakes

• Belmont Stakes

• Kentucky Derby

• Breeders' Cup

What is the state bird of Kentucky?

• Cardinal

• Blue Jay

• Robin

• Sparrow

Which river forms the northern border of Kentucky?

• Mississippi River

• Ohio River

• Missouri River

• Tennessee River

Match the following state flowers with their corresponding states.

• State known for its vast fields

• Bluegrass

• Kentucky

• Sunflower

• State known for its music genre

• Goldenrod

• State known for its spring flowers

• Tulip

Which U.S. President was born in Kentucky?

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• Theodore Roosevelt

The nickname of Kentucky is (a)  

• The Sunshine State
• The Empire State
• The Bluegrass State
• The Golden State

Which national park is located in Kentucky?

• Yellowstone National Park

• Grand Canyon National Park

• Mammoth Cave National Park

• Yosemite National Park

What is the state tree of Kentucky?

• Oak

• Pine

• Tulip Poplar

• Maple

(a)   is home to the University of Kentucky.

• Louisville
• Lexington
• Frankfort
• Bowling Green