Savannah, Georgia Knowledge Challenge
Discover how much you know about the charming and historic city of Savannah, Georgia. From its rich past to its vibrant present, test your knowledge on landmarks, culture, history, and notable residents.
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- Who founded the city of Savannah, Georgia, in 1733?James Oglethorpe · George Washington · Thomas Jefferson · William Sherman
- Which historic district in Savannah is one of the largest in the United States?Laurel Grove Cemetery · Bonaventure Cemetery · Savannah Historic District · Wormsloe Historic Site
- What notable landmark in Savannah was acquired by Union forces in 1862 during the Civil War?The Olde Pink House · Fort Pulaski · Forsyth Park · The Pirate's House
- Which famed Savannah resident founded the Girl Scouts of the USA?Juliette Gordon Low · Mary Musgrove · Noble Jones · Tomochichi
- What is a unique feature of the First African Baptist Church in Savannah?South's first public museum · Site of Georgia's first bank · Oldest structure in Georgia · Oldest African-American Baptist congregation
- Which cultural event took place in Savannah during the 1996 Summer Olympics?Basketball games · Sailing competitions · Track events · Opening ceremony
- What significant action did General Sherman take upon entering Savannah during the Civil War?Burned the city to the ground · Sent a telegram offering the city as a gift · Established a new capital · Ordered the construction of a fort
- What is the significance of Forsyth Park in Savannah?Site of the first Girl Scout meeting · Home to Georgia's oldest synagogue · Contains a famous ornate fountain · Location of Savannah's first capitol building
- In which year was the Savannah Historic District designated a National Historic Landmark?1916 · 1946 · 1866 · 1966
- Which historic inn in Savannah is mentioned in Robert Louis Stevenson's book 'Treasure Island'?Factors Row · The Olde Pink House · The Grey · The Pirates' House
- Who was Nobel Jones, associated with the Wormsloe State Historic Site?A Civil War general · A local merchant · A carpenter and early settler · A famous shipbuilder
- Which renowned cultural site in Savannah hosts one of the South's first public museums?Lutheran Church of the Ascension · Temple Mickve Israel · Independent Presbyterian Church · Telfair Academy