Super Quiz: Washington

1. On what river is Washington situated?

2. What is the district’s tallest structure?

3. What historic theater is in Washington?

4. What is the noted university in the district?

5. The district’s current area consists only of land donated by which state?

6. During which war was the White House burned and sacked?

7. The 23rd Amendment gave the district _ votes in the Electoral College.

8. In 1975, this man became the first elected and first black mayor of the district.

9. Which street is called “America’s Main Street”?

Answers 1. Potomac River 2. Washington Monument 3. Ford’s Theatre 4. Georgetown University 5. Maryland 6. War of 1812 7. Three 8. Walter Washington 9. Pennsylvania Avenue