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What road was the main street of America and is also know as the "Mother Road"?
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Route 66
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Interstate 10
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Superstition Freeway
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Interstate 17
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- What road was the main street of America and is also know as the "Mother Road"?
- Route 66
- Interstate 10
- Superstition Freeway
- Interstate 17
- Route 66 was the Main Street of America. Arizona is home to the longest original stretch of this road, which is one of 25 scenic byways in Arizona, and much of it is still preserved by the locals who lived it. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/Region.aspx?rid=1, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Where is Flagstaff located?
- Southern Arizona
- Northern Arizona
- Central Arizona
- Arizona's West Coast
- Flagstaff is Northern Arizona's largest city, which is two hours north of Phoenix. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayItinerary.aspx?id=7, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What city in Arizona has more than 300 sunny days a year?
- Show Low
- Flagstaff
- Phoenix
- Jerome
- More than 300 days of sunshine each year make Phoenix the perfect year-round destination. Whether you want to relax at a world-class resort, stroll through museums and galleries, experience lush golf courses or explore the wonders of the Sonoran Desert, here is where you’ll discover the desert you never knew. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=7, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- During mining's heyday, what city was the third-largest city in Arizona?
- Snowflake
- Prescott
- Payson
- Jerome
- During mining's heyday, Jerome was the third-largest city in Arizona. Perched on the side of Cleopatra Hill, the town was reinvented by artists as an enclave of shops and galleries. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=294, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city in Arizona hosts the famous Whiskey Row and is known as "Everybody's Hometown"?
- Prescott
- Wikieup
- Mayer
- Greer
- Its frontier heritage, the famous Whiskey Row and its distinction as "Everybody's Hometown" have brought visitors to this mile-high city for decades. Prescott is set in a basin surrounded by the Bradshaw Mountains, Thumb Butte and Granite Dells, offering diverse opportunities for nature lovers and adventure seekers. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=297, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city has the state’s most photographed backdrop, Red Rock Crossing?
- Page
- Williams
- Sedona
- Flagstaff
- As well as having a solid reputation as an artists' enclave, Sedona offers visitors a wealth of trails ranging from leisurely jaunts to long, challenging backpacking treks. New Age spiritualists come to the area for its celebrated vortexes, mystical sources of energy. Among the state's most photographed backdrops is Red Rock Crossing, where immense sandstone cliffs are reflected in the waters of Oak Creek. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=22, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Hon-Dah Casino, "Hon-Dah" meaning "welcome" or "be my guest" is located in what area?
- Monument Valley
- White Mountains
- Page
- Window Rock
- The White Mountain Scenic Road begins southeast of Pinetop-Lakeside in Hon-Dah, an Apache word meaning "welcome" or "be my guest." The tribe adopted the term to symbolize their new plan to open up the reservation to visitors. A resort-casino in Hon-Dah welcomes guests 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The White Mountain Scenic Road heads east from the casino along State 260, offering a less expensive and decidedly more enriching experience than the 500 slot machines in Hon-Dah. [link:http://www.arizonascenicroads.com/contentScenicRoadFrame.aspx?ScenicRoadId=7, name:Visit arizonascenicroads.com.]
- What museum is the largest in the Southwest and houses over 17,000 pieces of artwork?
- Tucson Museum of Art
- Heard Museum
- ASU Art Museum
- Phoenix Art Museum
- The Phoenix Art Museum is the largest museum in the Southwest, and carries more than 17,000 pieces of artwork that span the centuries. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayItinerary.aspx?id=6, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What Arizona Resort is known for as the "Jewel of the Desert?"
- The Royal Palms Resort and Spa
- Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa
- The Phoenician
- Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
- The Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa is known as the "Jewel of the Desert" and is famous for its Frank Lloyd Wright architecture. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayItinerary.aspx?id=6, name: Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What park is a frontier mission that depicts early Native American and Spanish history?
- Grand Canyon National Park
- Tumacacori National Historic Park
- Petrified Forest National Park
- Saguaro National Park
- From Tucson, drive south on Interstate 19 to the Tumacacori National Historic Park (1:00), a frontier mission that depicts early Native American and Spanish history. Built by Franciscan priests around 1800, it was abandoned before completion. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayItinerary.aspx?id=1, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What lake is America's second largest man-made lake?
- Apache Lake
- Lake Havasu
- Bartlett Lake
- Lake Powell
- The city of Page, near the Arizona/Utah border, overlooks America’s second largest man-made lake, Lake Powell and the surrounding Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=21, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What city is dubbed the "Personal Watercraft Capital of the World?"
- Parker
- Lake Havasu City
- Yuma
- Bullhead City
- Dubbed the "Personal Watercraft Capital of the World," Lake Havasu City sits on the shores of the Colorado River and is one of the Southwest's premier locations for water sports. It is home to one of Arizona's most popular attractions, the London Bridge. Additionally, it is home to the world's largest water craft competition in October. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=15, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- Between what two cities can you take the Joshua Forest Scenic Road?
- Prescott to Flagstaff
- Snowflake to Flagstaff
- Wickieup to Wickenburg
- Tucson to Phoenix
- Joshua Forest Scenic Road (Wikieup to Wickenburg) This route crosses the blurred boundary between the Sonoran and Mojave deserts in western Arizona where Saguaros stand next to Joshua trees. (Scenic Road of the Season section) [link:http://www.arizonascenicroads.com/main.aspx, name:Visit arizonascenicroads.com.]
- Where is Payson located?
- North Central Arizona
- Central Arizona
- Southern Arizona
- Arizona's West Coast
- Just 90 minutes from Scottsdale in North Central Arizona, Payson is a popular retreat with year-round temperate weather. Its pine-shrouded surroundings are part of the largest continuous Ponderosa pine forest in the world. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=295, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Where is Arcosanti, architect Paolo Soleri's futuristic city, located?
- Globe
- Scottsdale
- Cordes Junction
- Page
- Arcosanti is a prototype arcology, an urban environment based on density and efficiency. It embodies Soleri's proposal to "reinvent the American Dream" in a rational and progressive way, acknowledging the reality of scarce and depleting resources. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayListing.aspx?id=2194, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Where is Camp Verde located?
- Southern Arizona
- Arizona's West Coast
- Central Arizona
- North Central Arizona
- Located North Central Arizona on the Verde River, near the geographical center of Arizona, Camp Verde is the oldest settlement in the Verde Valley. The town and surrounding area is full of history with a rich Western rural character. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=287, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- AZ is home to 22 federally recognized Native American tribes, communities, and nations.
- True
- False
- Human experience, occupation and industry in what is now Arizona can be traced back at least 12,000 years. Anthropologists have identified several groups of these earliest occupants including the Anaszai, Hohokam, Mogollon and Salado people. At museums and Indian ruin sites throughout the state, visitors may see structures built by these people and artifacts made by them. Native American tribes contribute greatly to the spiritual, cultural and economic life of the state. Home to 22 federally recognized tribes, communities and nations, each tribe has its own vibrant culture. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/Section.aspx?sid=35, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Where is Yuma located?
- Southern Arizona
- Arizona's West Coast
- North Central Arizona
- Central Arizona
- Yuma is located in the southwest corner of Arizona, just below the convergence of the Colorado and Gila Rivers, making this desert city surprisingly lush. Historically, Yuma played a major role in the settling of the West, and several intriguing attractions preserve the city's bustling past, which stretches back to the mid-19th century. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=25, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city is Arizona's second largest city?
- Mesa
- Phoenix
- Tucson
- Flagstaff
- Tucson is Arizona's second-largest city, encompassing a 500-square-mile valley. Surrounded by five mountain ranges, Tucson is a perfect hub for outdoor adventurers. Tucson is also a diverse blend of cultures, including Native American, Mexican, Spanish and Western pioneer. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=19, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Sunrise Park Resort is located in what area?
- White Mountains
- Mt. Lemmon
- Flagstaff
- Superstition Springs Mountain
- Sunrise Park Resort is located in the White Mountains. It is open for skiing between December and April. The ski area encompasses three mountains, 65 trails, equipment rentals, a ski school, and offer downhill and cross country skiing opportunities. During the summer, activities include biking, hiking, and fishing. The chair lift operates between Memorial Day and Labor Day for scenic rides. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayListing.aspx?id=5278, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What Arizona city is also known as Sunset City?
- Bullhead City
- Lake Havasu City
- Huachuca City
- Scottsdale
- Also known as Sunset City, Huachuca City is located on state Hwy 90, southeast of Tucson. Within close proximity to Huachuca City are historic Cochise Stronghold, Fort Huachuca and Kartchner Caverns State Park. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=343, name: Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What West Coast town is a paradise for rock hounds?
- Morristown
- Page
- Quartzsite
- Prescott
- Located at the junction of I-10 and U.S. 95, Quartzsite is a paradise for rock hounds, with agates, quartz, limonite cubes -- even gold -- found in the area. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=367, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What town was named for the Hohokam Indian ruins in central Arizona?
- Casa Grande
- Verde Valley
- Globe
- Gilbert
- Midway between Phoenix and Tucson, Casa Grande's location, mild climate and scenic attractions make it an attractive destination. The town was named for the Hohokam Indian ruins 20 miles to the northeast. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=308, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city is known as the "Heart of Historic Route 66?"
- Flagstaff
- Kingman
- Yuma
- Tonopah
- In the northwest corner of the state is Kingman, the "Heart of Historic Route 66." More than 60 of Kingman’s buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=24, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What small town is named for the Y-shaped junction of highways 85 and 86, south of Ajo?
- Oro Valley
- Why
- Sonoita
- Pima
- The small town of Why is named for the Y-shaped junction of highways 85 and 86, south of Ajo. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=528, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city is located at the entrance of the Canyon de Chelly National monument?
- Sedona
- Holbrook
- Chinle
- Tuba City
- Near the geographic center of the Navajo Nation, Chinle is located at the entrance to Canyon de Chelly National monument. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=259, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What city is known as the "Gateway to the Grand Canyon"?
- Eagar
- Mammoth
- Williams
- Oatman
- Known as the "Gateway to the Grand Canyon", Williams sits at the base of Bill Williams Mountain in the Kaibab National Forest. It is just 60 miles south of the South entrance of the Grand Canyon. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=281, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city is home to the World's Oldest Rodeo?
- White Mountains
- Yuma
- Prescott
- Jerome
- Since 1888, Prescott, Arizona has been home to the World's Oldest Rodeo. The rodeo is held on the 4th of July weekend and includes additional events. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/Page.aspx?pid=2, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Where does the Verde Canyon Railroad call its home?
- Clarkdale
- Prescott
- Greer
- Tucson
- The Verde Canyon Railroad is often referred to as the finest train ride in Arizona and acclaimed as Arizona’s longest-running nature show. Passengers enjoy this four-hour scenic train ride in first-class style aboard renovated passenger coaches and open-air viewing cars pulled by vintage locomotives. [link:http://verdecanyonrr.com, name:Visit verdecanyonrr.com.]
- What city has one of the world's largest sun dials?
- Sedona
- Carefree
- Payson
- Prescott
- Giant Sundial is a Carefree Landmark. The famous giant sundial has been attracting people to Carefree since 1959. It is the third largest working sundial in the Western hemisphere. Located in Sundial Circle, this ancient time telling instrument measures 90 feet in diameter. The sundial is made from a steel frame and covered in anodized copper. The metal gnomon, or shadow casting portion of the dial, stands 35 feet above the plaza and extends 72 feet. A sunburst of colored glass hanging from the gnomon completes the sundial. [link:http://www.carefreecavecreek.org/attractions.php, name:Visit carefreecavecreek.org]
- What town is known as "The Town Too Tough To Die?"
- Wickenburg
- Tombstone
- Bisbee
- Ajo
- Legends of the Old West live on in the national historic landmark of Tombstone, “The Town Too Tough To Die.” Walk along the town’s wooden boardwalks, browse in the many shops that offer western souvenirs and apparel, then sip a sarsaparilla in an authentic saloon. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=361, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- Where is Greer located?
- Northern Arizona
- Southern Arizona
- North Central Arizona
- Arizona's West Coast
- Situated near the headwaters of the Little Colorado River, Greer offers excellent fly-fishing, both in the stream and in man-made trout ponds. Forests surrounding Greer have miles of hiking and equestrian trails winding throughout. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=413, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What Arizona City is known as the "Valley of the Sun?"
- Phoenix
- Tucson
- Yuma
- Flagstaff
- Arizona's capital city of Phoenix combines with the surrounding cities of Chandler, Glendale, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Tempe, among other cities, to form the Valley of the Sun, a rich mecca of diverse experiences. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/Region.aspx?rid=2, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Where is Monument Valley located?
- Southern Arizona
- Central Arizona
- North Central Arizona
- Northern Arizona
- The Grand Canyon, Sedona's famed red rocks, Flagstaff's forested mountains, Lake Powell's blue waters and Monument Valley's sandstone spires are some of the natural wonders that await you in Northern Arizona. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/Region.aspx?rid=1, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city is known as the Red Rock Country?
- Jerome
- Flagstaff
- Sedona
- Tucson
- Start your trip at the stunning red rocks of Sedona, just two hours north of Phoenix. Next, enjoy a Jeep tour on the back roads of this beautiful Red Rock Country. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayItinerary.aspx?id=9, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city is home to the Mount Graham International Observatory?
- Wickenburg
- Bullhead City
- Lake Havasu City
- Safford
- Safford is located along the south bank of the Gila River on the Old West Highway.. The foothills of the Pinaleno mountains begin about five miles southeast of the city. Mount Graham is the highest peak in this mountain range, and is home to Mount Graham International Observatory. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=353, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- John Wayne spent time working his ranches in which area?
- Monument Valley
- Verde Valley
- White Mountains
- Grand Canyon
- The areas known as Rim Country and the White Mountains are home to pine forests and lakes that inspired ancient dwellers and modern authors alike. Zane Grey lived and wrote here and John Wayne worked his ranches here. Outdoor enthusiasts from anglers and birders to hikers and snow skiers will find four seasons in this year-round paradise. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayItinerary.aspx?id=8, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What city is best known for its charming and well-preserved Historic Downtown?
- Glendale
- Lake Havasu City
- Kingman
- Sierra Vista
- Glendale is best known for its charming and well-preserved Historic Downtown, which offers more than 90 specialty and antiques shops nestled around a quaint town square. A wide array of ethnic eateries are sure to tempt any appetite. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=11, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What city near Tucson is known as the "Hummingbird Capital of the US?"
- Marana
- Sierra Vista
- Elgin
- Benson
- Located 70 miles southeast of Tucson, Sierra Vista has earned the title “Hummingbird Capital of the U.S.” The best times to see tropical species such as hummingbirds, trogans, warblers and flycatchers is from mid-April through September. Spring Migration peaks between late April and early May, as tens of thousands of colorful songbirds make their way north. Late summer is also an excellent time to observe both resident and migrant birds. Spectacular thunderstorms in July and August bring cooler temperatures and create a "second Spring;" blooming wildflowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, while flocks of migrating birds feast on the bounty of seeds, fruits and insects. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=27, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What town was named for a huge nugget of silver that was found in the area?
- Tucson
- Tombstone
- Wickenburg
- Globe
- Globe is a small community just east of Phoenix and north of Tucson.. The town was named for a huge nugget of silver, resembling a globe, that was dug from the area. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=340, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- Where is the site of the only Civil War battle fought in Arizona?
- Wickenburg
- Picacho Peak
- Monument Valley
- Yuma
- Located in the lower Santa Cruz River Valley in south central Arizona, Picacho Peak is the site of the only Civil War battle fought in Arizona. This area is known for spring wildflowers. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=448, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What town takes its name from the wild fruit growing in the area when it was founded?
- Pine
- Strawberry
- Wikieup
- Yarnell
- Strawberry is located on Hwy 87/260 West, at the base of the Mogollon Rim. The town takes its name from the wild strawberries growing in the area when it was founded. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=470, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city is the northernmost community in Arizona's White Mountains?
- Snowflake
- Show Low
- Springerville
- Greer
- Snowflake is the northernmost community in Arizona's White Mountains. Nearby attractions include Monument Valley, Canyon de Chelly, and the Painted Desert. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=301, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What Arizona town was made famous in the 1970's Eagles song "Take it Easy?"
- Flagstaff
- Cottonwood
- Prescott
- Winslow
- The town of Winslow was made famous in the 1970's Eagles song "Take it Easy." To capitalize on that notoriety, the town erected a small monument at Standin' on the Corner Park, where every day visitors stop to have their photos taken "standin' on a corner in Winslow, Arizona." [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=283, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]
- What National Park offers activities such as hiking, biking, mule rides and rafting?
- Grand Canyon National Park
- Petrified Forest National Park
- Saguaro National Park
- Tumacacori National Historical Park
- Start your Grand Canyon vacation at Grand Canyon National Park, a 1.2 million-acre adventure playground offering visitors a wide range of outdoor activities. From hiking, biking and mule rides into the Canyon or along the North and South Rims, to rafting the mighty Colorado River, the park has contains the perfect way to spend a Grand Canyon vacation. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/Page.aspx?pid=18, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Navajo Nation lands extend into three states. Does it operate on daylight savings time?
- Yes
- No
- Navajo Nation lands extend into the states of Arizona, New Mexico and Utah.. Navajo Nation operates on Daylight Savings Time from April to October. The rest of Arizona does not observe Daylight Savings Time. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/DisplayListing.aspx?id=6748, name:Visit arioznaguide.com.]
- During its mining heyday, this was the largest city between St. Louis and San Francisco.
- Bullhead City
- Bisbee
- Jerome
- Douglas
- During its late 19th-century mining heyday, Bisbee was known for such bawdy locales as Brewery Gulch, then a stretch of rowdy saloons. Today, Bisbee is known for its stunning Victorian architecture, mild year-round climate and abundance of galleries and one-of-a-kind. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=16, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- What city was the site of the first rail connection between the U.S. and Mexico?
- Tucson
- Wickenburg
- Yuma
- Nogales
- On the international border separating the United States and Mexico lie Nogales and its twin city, Nogales, Sonora, Mexico. Established in 1880, Nogales was the site of the first rail connection between the U.S. and Mexico. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=348, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Southern AZ has wineries producing vintages from picnic-style to award-winning varietals.
- True
- False
- Visitors to the region can also indulge in Arizona-made wine, regional cuisine and explore a variety of natural treasures – the likes of which will not be seen elsewhere. Sonoita is located at the crossroads of US Highways 82 and 83, surrounded by rolling, grass-covered hills. Wineries in Sonoita produce vintages from colorful picnic-style wines to serious award-winning varietals. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=465, name:Visit arizonaguide.com.]
- Where is Wickenburg located?
- Central Arizona
- Northern Arizona
- Southern Arizona
- Arizona's West Coast
- Wickenburg lies in Central Arizona in the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains, along the banks of the Hassayampa River. Historic Wickenburg boasts the heritage outdoor attraction: The famous Vulture Mine; and also offers five "Dude Ranches" for an authentic Western stay. [link:http://www.arizonaguide.com/wheretogo/City.aspx?ctid=26, name:Visit arizonaguide.com]












