Social Studies Kentucky

Many rivers run through Kentucky. The largest river other than the Mississippi River to touch Kentucky soil forms the northern border of Kentucky. Which river is this?

• Kentucky River

• Green River

• Tennessee River

• Ohio River

This cartoon figure dressed in a swallow-tailed coat, vest, tall hat, and striped trousers was often seen as a symbol of the United States. Whose slogan, "I Want You" helped recruit new members to the U.S. Army in the early 1900s?

• Brother Johnathan

• Uncle Sam

• William Tell

• George Washington

Identify the shaded state below:

• Kentucky

• Tennessee

• Alabama

• Mississippi

Which two continents are part of the Western Hemisphere?

• North America and South Africa

• South America and Europe

• North America and South America

• North America and Africa

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

Which national park in Kentucky is known for its extensive cave system?

• Yellowstone National Park

• Mammoth Cave National Park

• Zion National Park

• Great Smoky Mountains National Park

What is the state bird of Kentucky?

• Northern Cardinal

• American Robin

• Eastern Bluebird

• Bald Eagle

Which industry is Kentucky historically known for?

• Automobile Manufacturing

• Coal Mining

• Technology

• Fishing

Which Native American tribe was primarily located in Kentucky before European settlement?

• Cherokee

• Sioux

• Iroquois

• Shawnee