Test your knowledge about one of the most iconic regions in the United States! From its stunning landmarks to its rich history, see how much you know about the San Francisco Bay Area.
1. Which year marks the incorporation of San Francisco as a city?
1872
1848
1850
1856
2. What geographic feature marks the northern boundary of San Francisco?
Marin Headlands
San Pablo Bay
Golden Gate Strait
Alcatraz Island
3. Which native tribe originally inhabited the East Bay area?
Pomo
Ohlone
Miwok
Yurok
4. What notable event began in San Francisco in 1849?
Prohibition
Bear Flag Revolt
Gold Rush
Spanish Mission Era
5. What is the notable architectural remnant of the Colombo Market in San Francisco?
Produce Market
Embarcadero Plaza
Ferry Building
Colombo Market Arch
6. Which bridge in San Francisco was completed in 1937 and is a world-recognized landmark?
Bay Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge
Richmond Bridge
Dumbarton Bridge
7. Who was the famous mayor of San Francisco assassinated in 1978?
George Moscone
London Breed
Dianne Feinstein
Gavin Newsom
8. The NBA team Golden State Warriors' current arena is located in which city?
Palo Alto
San Jose
Oakland
San Francisco
9. Yerba Buena Island is located in which body of water?
Richardson Bay
San Francisco Bay
Tomales Bay
Pacific Ocean
10. Who founded San Francisco on June 29, 1776?
Juan Bautista de Anza
Sebastián Vizcaíno
Junípero Serra
Gaspar de Portolá
11. Which infamous prison is located on an island in San Francisco Bay?
Angel Island
Alcatraz
Treasure Island
Yerba Buena
12. What major event caused significant destruction in San Francisco in 1906?
