Dive into the rich history, landmarks, and culture of Long Beach with this challenging quiz. Are you a true Long Beach local or just a visitor? Test your knowledge and find out!
1. What ocean borders Long Beach to the west?
Pacific Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
2. Who was the Spanish explorer that named the area 'Bay of the Smokes'?
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
Francisco Pizarro
Hernán Cortés
Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo
3. What notable landmark in Long Beach is a permanently docked ocean liner turned hotel?
USS Iowa
SS United States
SS America
RMS Queen Mary
4. In which county is Long Beach located?
San Diego County
Los Angeles County
Orange County
Ventura County
5. Which event is hosted yearly in Long Beach and is renowned among racing enthusiasts?
Monaco Grand Prix
Indy 500
Daytona 500
Grand Prix of Long Beach
6. What was the area now known as Long Beach originally called when first developed in the 1880s?
Ocean Park
Wilmore City
Signal Hill
Sunset Beach
7. Which university is located in Long Beach and is known for academic excellence?
University of Southern California
California State University, Long Beach
University of California, Irvine
California State University, Los Angeles
8. Which year was Long Beach formally incorporated as a city?
1887
1897
1907
1877
9. What is the name of the famous Public Aquarium in Long Beach?
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Aquarium of the Pacific
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Sea Life Aquarium
10. Which historical site in Long Beach showcases ranch life and includes gardens?
Historic Adobe Park
Rancho Los Alamitos
Old Town Museum
Spanish Colonial House
11. What is one of the primary economic industries in Long Beach?
Tourism
Tech Industry
Shipping Port
Agriculture
12. Which festival in Long Beach celebrates inclusivity and community pride?
