Civic 1.03 Lesson- Interpreting Maps and Data

Official Muffin

The apple muffin is the official muffin of New York.

World's Largest Prairie Dog

Kansas is home to the world's largest prairie dog, which is made of concrete.

Bear Flag Republic

California was named the Bear Flag Republic by those who declared independence from Mexico.

Everything is Bigger Here

Texas is known for its large size and the motto 'everything is bigger in Texas'.

Crown Jewel of the Continent

Montana is known for Glacier National Park, called the crown jewel of the continent.

First Official U.S. State

Delaware was the first state but lacks a national park.

Kingdom with a Queen

Hawaii was a kingdom with Queen Liliuokalani before becoming a U.S. state.

License to Teach Swimming

Florida is the only state that requires a license to teach swimming.

State Name with Two Vowels

Iowa is the only state whose name begins with two vowels.

Shares Border with Only One State

Maine is unique as it shares a border with only New Hampshire.

Landlocked State with 90-Degree Angles

Utah has border corners that make 90-degree angles and is landlocked.

Divisions Called Parishes

Louisiana refers to its divisions as parishes instead of counties.