Exploring Vermont and Beyond with Tyler

Tyler Jger, a 2013 Vermont state geography winner, introduces himself and his hometown of Manchester, Vermont. He describes the town's attractions, including hiking, skiing, and the Northshire Bookstore. Tyler shares unique facts about Vermont, such as its lack of billboards and McDonald's in the capital. He expresses his love for travel and geography, mentioning his upcoming trip to Iceland and interest in Central America. Tyler aspires to be a U.S. ambassador and reflects on explorers, choosing Neil Armstrong as a role model. He concludes by sharing his journey to the National Geographic Bee finals.

What is the population of Manchester, Vermont?

• About 50,000

• About 4,500

• About 10,000

• About 20,000

Which mountain range is located behind Tyler in the video?

• Rocky Mountains

• Cascade Range

• Appalachian Mountains

• Sierra Nevada

What winter activity is popular in Manchester, Vermont?

• Surfing

• Skiing

• Hiking

• Cycling

Which famous independent bookstore is located in Manchester?

• Tattered Cover

• Northshire Bookstore

• Powell's Books

• Strand Bookstore

What is Vermont known for in terms of environmental policies?

• High pollution levels

• Largest carbon footprint

• No environmental policies

• Smallest carbon footprint

Which ice cream brand is associated with Vermont?

• Haagen-Dazs

• Ben and Jerry's

• Breyers

• Blue Bell

Which state capital is mentioned as not having a McDonald's?

• Concord

• Albany

• Montpelier

• Augusta

Where does Tyler plan to travel with his family?

• Brazil

• Iceland

• Japan

• Australia

What career does Tyler aspire to have in the future?

• Engineer

• Astronaut

• United Nations Ambassador

• Doctor

Which explorer would Tyler choose to trade places with?

• Christopher Columbus

• Marco Polo

• Neil Armstrong

• Ferdinand Magellan