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Boulder Trivia

Test your knowledge of the Colorado foothills city. Flatirons, CU Boulder, Pearl Street, and outdoor culture.

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Question 1easy

In which U.S. state is Boulder located?

The correct answer is A. Colorado

Question 2easy

What is the name of the iconic rock formations that rise above Boulder?

The correct answer is C. The Flatirons

Question 3easy

Which university is located in Boulder?

The correct answer is C. University of Colorado Boulder

Question 4easy

Boulder sits at the foothills of which mountain range?

The correct answer is B. Rocky Mountains

Question 5easy

What is the name of the pedestrian mall in downtown Boulder?

The correct answer is B. Pearl Street Mall

Question 6easy

Which major city is about 30 miles southeast of Boulder?

The correct answer is C. Denver

Question 7medium

What historic park and auditorium sit at the base of the Flatirons?

The correct answer is A. Chautauqua

Question 8medium

Which climate research center has a mesa laboratory overlooking Boulder?

The correct answer is C. NCAR

Question 9medium

Which national park is about an hour northwest of Boulder?

The correct answer is D. Rocky Mountain National Park

Question 10medium

Boulder is known for being a hub for what industry?

The correct answer is D. Outdoor recreation and tech

Question 11medium

Boulder sits at roughly what elevation above sea level?

The correct answer is C. 5,400 feet

Question 12medium

Boulder was founded during which era?

The correct answer is A. Colorado Gold Rush (1850s–60s)

Question 13medium

Which creek runs through Boulder and is popular for tubing and paths?

The correct answer is A. Boulder Creek

Question 14medium

Which mountain west of Boulder is topped by a popular scenic overlook?

The correct answer is B. Flagstaff Mountain

Question 15medium

CU Boulder's mascot is what?

The correct answer is C. Ralphie (buffalo)

Question 16medium

What stadium is home to CU Boulder football?

The correct answer is C. Folsom Field

Question 17hard

Which federal agency maintains major atmospheric science labs in Boulder?

The correct answer is C. NOAA

Question 18hard

Boulder has an open space program that protects thousands of acres. What is it often called?

The correct answer is B. Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

Question 19hard

In what year did Boulder incorporate as a city?

The correct answer is C. 1871

Question 20hard

Which 14er is visible from Boulder on clear days?

The correct answer is B. Longs Peak

Question 21hard

What is the name of the historic hotel on Pearl Street known for its rooftop?

The correct answer is B. Hotel Boulderado

Question 22hard

Boulder was one of the first U.S. cities to adopt a tax for what?

The correct answer is B. Open space preservation

Question 23hard

Which canyon connects Boulder to Nederland and the Peak to Peak Highway?

The correct answer is B. Boulder Canyon

Question 24hard

What is the name of the large reservoir north of Boulder used for water supply and recreation?

The correct answer is B. Boulder Reservoir

Question 25hard

What is the name of Boulder's famous Memorial Day 10K road race?

The correct answer is A. Bolder Boulder

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