Think you know Denver like the back of your hand? Dive into this quiz and test your knowledge on everything from its rich history to its tasty cuisine. Whether you're a local or just visiting, let's see how well you truly know the Mile-High City!
1. What is the name of the river that runs through Denver?
Bear Creek
Cherry Creek
Arapahoe River
South Platte River
2. Which mountain range lies closest to Denver?
Front Range
San Juan Mountains
Uinta Range
Wasatch Range
3. Who is credited with founding Denver?
John Evans
General William Larimer
John D. Holladay
James W. Denver
4. What is the popular nickname of Denver?
Queen City
Mile High City
Gateway City
River City
5. Which large park in Denver hosted the Denver County Fair and Stock Show?
Washington Park
Sloan's Lake Park
City Park
Cheesman Park
6. Which Denver landmark stands exactly one mile above sea level?
Denver Union Station
16th Street Mall
Colorado State Capitol
The Blue Bear
7. Which Denver street is famous for its pedestrian mall designed by architect I.M. Pei?
Colfax Avenue
Broadway Street
16th Street
Larimer Street
8. Which U.S. President signed the proclamation to admit Colorado as a state?
Rutherford B. Hayes
James A. Garfield
Grover Cleveland
Ulysses S. Grant
9. Which famous Denver-based band wrote the song 'Ho Hey'?
Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats
Flobots
OneRepublic
The Lumineers
10. What dish, using bell peppers, onions, and ham, is considered a Denver culinary staple?
Buffalo Burger
Green Chili Stew
Denver Omelette
Rocky Mountain Pizza
11. Which Denver museum features extensive collections of Native American arts and culture?
Museum of Contemporary Art
Denver Art Museum
Clyfford Still Museum
History Colorado Center
12. Which beer company, founded in Colorado, is based in a city near Denver?
