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Discovering Maine: Facts, Trivia, and Nature Wonders

Dive into the fascinating world of Maine! Learn about its vibrant cities, notable historical events, and unique natural features. From Augusta being the capital to Portland's rich maritime legacy, explore trivia like the number of counties and the average temperature. Discover fun facts such as Maine's state bird, the chickadee, and its state gem, tourmaline. Uncover what connects Maine to Massachusetts and enjoy the beauty of its northern lights. This guide is perfect for those curious about the Pine Tree State!

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Discovering Maine: Facts, Trivia, and Nature Wonders

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  1. People Cities Climate History Fun Facts 5 pt 5 pt 5 pt 5 pt 5 pt 10 pt 10 pt 10 pt 10 pt 10 pt 15 pt 15 pt 15 pt 15 pt 15 pt 20 pt 20 pt 20 pt 20 pt 20 pt 25 pt 25 pt 25 pt 25 pt 25 pt

  2. How many people live in Portland? • 50,000 • 75,056 • 63,008 • 67,563

  3. C. is the correct answer!

  4. Who is the Governor of Maine? • Paul LePage • Rick Synder • Mark Tompsen • Lewis Smith

  5. A. Is the correct answer!

  6. True or false, 18,444 People live in Augusta, Maine? • True • False

  7. True, 18,444 people live in Augusta, Maine!

  8. True or False Maine is the 40th most populated state • True • False

  9. True is the correct answer !

  10. About how many people live in Maine? • 1,318,301 • 1,509,876 • 2,508,602 • 456,692

  11. A. Is the correct answer!

  12. What is Maine’s capital? • Portland • Olympia • Athens • Augusta

  13. D. Is the correct answer!

  14. What is the largest city in Maine? • Augusta • Portland • Boston • Tallahasse

  15. B. Is the correct answer!

  16. How many counties are there in Maine? • 5 • 10 • 12 • 16

  17. There are 16 counties in Maine!

  18. How many cities in Maine? • 15 • 20 • 14 • 22

  19. The answer is D.

  20. Where is the commercial center of Maine? • Augusta • Portland • Boston • Bangor

  21. Bangor serves as the commercial center for Maine!

  22. What is the average temperature in July in Maine? • 78 ˚F • 66 ˚F • 90 ˚F • 82 ˚F

  23. The answer is B. 66˚F!

  24. True or False, Maine’s southern half gets the most snow and coldest temperatures? • True • False

  25. B. Is the correct answer!

  26. Bonus! You win 15 points!

  27. True or false, you can see theNorthern Lights in Maine? A . True B. False

  28. True is the correct answer!

  29. True or false, Maine’s southernhalf gets the most snow and coldest temperatures? • True • False

  30. False, Maine’s northern half gets the most snow and coldest temperatures!

  31. Maine and what other statewere one state in 1783? • Maine and Massachusetts • Maine and New Hampshire • Maine and Vermont • Maine and Rhode Island

  32. Maine and Massachusetts were one state in 1783!

  33. What was Maine’s first capital ? • Augusta • Portland • Providence • Dover

  34. Maine’s first capital was Portland!

  35. When did Augusta become the capital of Maine? • 1792 • 1859 • 1975 • 1827

  36. Augusta became Maine’s capital in 1827!

  37. How many troops did Maine send to the Union? • 75,000 • 62,000 • 39,000 • 41,000

  38. Maine sent 75,000 troops to the Union!

  39. When did a terrible ice storm leave millions in Maine without power for several days? • 2009 • 1987 • 2008 • 1873

  40. A storm in 2008 left millions in Maine without power.

  41. When did Maine become a state? • 1820 • 1764 • 1788 • 1846

  42. Maine became a state in 1820!

  43. What is Maine’s State Song? • “Does it Rain in Maine?” • “Maine, Oh Maine” • “State of Maine Song” • “I Love Maine!”

  44. Maine’s state Song is “State of Maine Song”!

  45. What is the State Bird of Maine? • Robin • Chickadee • Blue Bird • Dove

  46. The Chickadee is the State Bird of Maine!

  47. What is Maine’s State Flower? • Rose • White Pine Cone and Tassel • Daisy • St. Bernard's Lily

  48. Maine’s State Flower is the White Pine Cone and Tassel!

  49. What is Maine’s State Gem? • Tigers-eye • Lace Agate • Quartz • Tourmaline

  50. Maine’s State Gem is Tourmaline!

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