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1) What is the state capital of Kentucky?
- Louisville
- Frankfort
- Lexington
- Bowling Green
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2) Which river runs through or near the city of Lexington?
- Cumberland River
- Green River
- Kentucky River
- Licking River
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3) What is the state bird of Kentucky?
- Mourning Dove
- Bald Eagle
- Northern Cardinal
- Purple Finch
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4) Which prestigious university is located in Lexington and known for its Wildcats athletics?
- University of Louisville
- University of Kentucky
- Eastern Kentucky University
- Morehead State University
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5) What is the nickname of Kentucky?
- The Derby State
- The Bluegrass State
- The Bourbon State
- The Horse State
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6) Which historic horse race takes place annually in Lexington?
- Preakness Stakes
- Belmont Stakes
- Kentucky Derby
- Breeders’ Cup
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7) What is the largest aviation museum in Lexington and the Blue Grass region?
- Blue Grass Airport Aviation Museum
- Blue Grass Army Depot Aviation Museum
- Aviation Museum of Kentucky
- Lexington Blue Grass Field Museum
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8) Which professional basketball team is based in Lexington?
- Kentucky Colonels
- Louisville Cardinals
- Lexington Horsemen
- Kentucky Thoroughbreds
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9) What is the highest point in Kentucky, located in Harlan County?
- Pine Mountain
- Big Black Mountain
- Black Mountain
- Grassy Mountain
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10) Which famous American actress and singer, known for her role in “Singing in the Rain,” was born in Lexington?
- Debbie Reynolds
- Elizabeth Taylor
- Audrey Hepburn
- Natalie Wood
You’re a Lexington trivia whiz! Keep shining like the Northern Cardinal!
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