North Carolina Multiple Choice Questions and Answers for Practice

16. The Research Triangle, an area known for its high-tech industries and research institutions, is formed by which cities?

1. Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro
2. Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill
3. Asheville, Wilmington, and Winston-Salem
4. Fayetteville, Greenville, and High Point

17. Which NASCAR race, one of the most prestigious in the sport, takes place at the Charlotte Motor Speedway?

1. Daytona 500
2. Coca-Cola 600
3. Talladega 500
4. Brickyard 400

18. The Cape Fear River flows through which major North Carolina city, known for its historic downtown district?

1. Wilmington
2. Raleigh
3. Charlotte
4. Asheville

19. What is the official state fruit of North Carolina, often enjoyed fresh or in pies and jams?

1. Strawberry
2. Apple
3. Peach
4. Blueberry

20. Duke University, a prestigious private institution, is located in which North Carolina city?

1. Durham
2. Chapel Hill
3. Raleigh
4. Greensboro

21. The Venus Flytrap, a carnivorous plant, is native to which region of North Carolina?

1. Coastal Plain
2. Piedmont
3. Mountains
4. Outer Banks

22. What is the official state beverage of North Carolina, a sweet tea flavored with lemon?

1. Iced Tea
2. Sweet Tea
3. Lemonade
4. Cheerwine

23. The Appalachian Trail, a famous long-distance hiking trail, passes through which national forest in North Carolina?

1. Pisgah National Forest
2. Uwharrie National Forest
3. Nantahala National Forest
4. Croatan National Forest

24. The Carolina Panthers, an NFL team, play their home games in which North Carolina city?

1. Charlotte
2. Raleigh
3. Greensboro
4. Durham

25. What is the official state reptile of North Carolina, often found in the state's rivers and swamps?

1. Turtle
2. Alligator
3. Snake
4. Lizard