Beaches of America

• Question 1 out of 10

  Which U.S. beach is famous for its towering Haystack Rock?

  Haystack Rock, rising 235 feet above the shoreline, is one of Oregon's most recognizable landmarks and was featured in the 1985 film The Goonies.

  Cannon Beach, Oregon

  Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

  South Beach, Florida

  Virginia Beach, Virginia

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• Question 2 out of 10

  Waikiki Beach is located on which Hawaiian island?

  Waikiki Beach sits on the island of Oahu in Honolulu and has been a world-famous surfing destination for more than a century.

  Maui

  Kauai

  Oahu

  Hawaii (Big Island)

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• Question 3 out of 10

  Which historic California hotel served as a filming location for the classic 1959 movie Some Like It Hot?

  Although the film is set in Florida, most exterior scenes were filmed at the iconic Hotel del Coronado on Coronado Beach near San Diego.

  Beverly Hills Hotel

  Hotel del Coronado

  Mission Inn

  Biltmore Santa Barbara

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• Question 4 out of 10

  Which Florida beach is best known for its colorful Art Deco district?

  Miami's South Beach is famous for its pastel Art Deco architecture, white sand, and vibrant entertainment district.

  Clearwater Beach

  Daytona Beach

  Siesta Key

  South Beach

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• Question 5 out of 10

  Which beach earned the nickname “Surf City USA”?

  Huntington Beach hosts major surfing competitions each year and has embraced its identity as "Surf City USA."

  Malibu Beach

  Huntington Beach

  Venice Beach

  Santa Monica Beach

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• Question 6 out of 10

  Which U.S. state is home to Cape May, America’s oldest seaside resort?

  Founded in the 18th century, Cape May is renowned for its Victorian architecture and charming beachfront.

  Delaware

  Maryland

  New Jersey

  Rhode Island

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• Question 7 out of 10

  Siesta Beach is especially famous for what unique feature?

  Siesta Beach's sand is made of nearly pure quartz, giving it a brilliant white appearance and helping it remain cool underfoot even on hot days.

  Black volcanic sand

  Pink sand

  Sea caves

  Quartz-white sand that stays cool

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• Question 8 out of 10

  Which famous California pier marks the traditional end of the historic Route 66?

  While Route 66 officially ended nearby, the Santa Monica Pier has become the symbolic finish line for travelers completing the iconic cross-country highway.

  Santa Monica Pier

  Huntington Beach Pier

  Oceanside Pier

  Malibu Pier

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• Question 9 out of 10

  Which famous Florida beach is known for allowing automobiles to drive on portions of its hard-packed sand?

  Daytona Beach's wide, firm sands made it famous for early automobile speed trials, earning it the nickname "The World's Most Famous Beach." Limited beach driving is still permitted in designated areas today.

  Clearwater Beach

  Panama City Beach

  Fort Lauderdale Beach

  Daytona Beach

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• Question 10 out of 10

  Which New York beach destination is home to the oldest lighthouse in New York State, commissioned by President George Washington?

  The Montauk Point Lighthouse was commissioned by President George Washington in 1792 and first lit in 1796. It remains New York's oldest lighthouse and a National Historic Landmark.

  Fire Island

  Jones Beach

  Montauk

  Rockaway Beach

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