This is Only a Test
This week–and every Tuesday–it’s time to ask yourself, “How Knowledgeable am I about Hawaii?” Really, the answer is, “Who cares?” No one’s keeping score. But just for fun, here’s this week’s pop quiz about everyone’s favorite South Pacific destination. Answers revealed tomorrow. Here we go…
1. What Hawaiian island will someday be two islands?
2. What Hawaiian island is getting bigger?
3. What is the state fish?
4. What is the highest mountain in the world, measured from its base to its peak?
5. How many varieties of snake are there in Hawaii?
6. Which island boasts 10 of the 13 climate zones?
7. What industry dominated the island of Lana’i until recently?
8. True or false: More people are killed by falling coconuts than lightening strikes.
9. True or false: Geckos make great house guests.
10. True or false: The state of Hawai’i hosts the largest working cattle ranch in the United States.
11. Bonus question: True or false: All “Kona coffee” is the same.
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