Salt Lake City

Which Olympic sport involves riding a small sled headfirst down an icy track?

Skeleton

What do LDS missionaries typically wear during their service?

Formal clothing with name tags

Which annual summer event features jazz, blues and food in Salt Lake's Gallivan Center?

Utah Arts Festival

What animal is designated as Utah's state mammal?

Rocky Mountain elk

Which mail delivery service briefly passed through Utah during its run in the 1860s?

Pony Express

Which Salt Lake-based project combines medical imaging and digital modeling for patient care?

The Virtual Patient

Can you buy alcohol at grocery stores in Utah on Sundays?

No

Which ski resort town is located just east of Salt Lake City?

Park City

Which structure in Temple Square took 40 years to complete?

Salt Lake Temple

Which of Utah's Mighty 5 national parks is famous for massive stone arches?

Arches National Park

Which political party dominated early Utah state politics?

People's Party

What major performing arts venue in downtown Salt Lake City hosts Broadway shows?

Eccles Theater

What historic Salt Lake venue hosts local musicals, ballet and opera since 1913?

Capitol Theatre

What was the original function of the Great Salt Lake City Fort?

Protection for settlers

What law officially banned polygamy and opened the path to Utah statehood?

Edmunds-Tucker Act

What restaurant chain is credited with popularizing fry sauce in Utah?

Arctic Circle

Where is the genealogy library operated by the LDS Church?

Salt Lake City

What type of climate does Salt Lake City experience?

Desert-meets-alpine

Which Utah resort is known for hosting alpine skiing events during the Olympics?

Deer Valley

What is the legal drinking age in Utah?

21

Which nonprofit organization is known for operating the world's largest genealogy database?

FamilySearch

What is one key focus of Mormon missions worldwide?

Sharing the gospel

Which art event turns downtown Salt Lake into a walking gallery on certain evenings?

Gallery Stroll

What is the English name for the type of barrier that was previously required between bartenders and customers in Utah?

Zion curtain

What is the primary cause of winter temperature inversions in Salt Lake City?

Mountain basin trapping air

Which local innovation helps manage water resources in Utah's arid climate?

Smart irrigation systems

Which theater company performs Shakespeare and modern works in Salt Lake?

Pioneer Theatre Company

What natural formation lies west of the Great Salt Lake and is known for land speed records?

Bonneville Salt Flats

What is the shape of the Salt Lake Temple's six towers meant to represent?

Spiritual progression

What type of cancer research is Huntsman Cancer Institute known for?

Genetic and hereditary cancers

What is the professional ballet company based in Salt Lake City?

Ballet West

What 2002 international event brought global attention to Utah?

Winter Olympics

What is a popular fizzy alternative in Utah often served with flavor shots?

Dirty soda

What U.S. city is bidding to host a future Winter Olympics, possibly in 2034?

Salt Lake City

What is the primary focus of the Sorenson Molecular Genealogy Foundation?

DNA family connections

Which mountain pass connects Salt Lake City with Park City?

Parleys Canyon

What major university in Salt Lake City pioneered the first artificial heart implant?

University of Utah

Which city hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics?

Salt Lake City

What island is a popular recreation spot in the Great Salt Lake?

Antelope Island

What Salt Lake-based company provides cloud-based education and business software?

Instructure

What is the legal limit for alcohol content in beer sold in Utah grocery stores?

5 percent by volume

What Utah ski area is popular for powder skiing and does not allow snowboarding?

Alta

What world-renowned independent film festival takes place near Salt Lake City?

Sundance Film Festival

Which tech company based in Utah specializes in family history and genealogy research?

Ancestry.com

What is the name of the long track ice skating facility built for the 2002 Olympics?

Utah Olympic Oval

What research area is Utah a global leader in due to its extensive family records?

Genetic genealogy

What is the main building used for LDS General Conference sessions?

Conference Center

What popular venue hosts both symphony concerts and operas in Salt Lake City?

Abravanel Hall

What performance group is the primary orchestra of Utah?

Utah Symphony

What was a major obstacle to Utah's early statehood efforts?

Polygamy practiced by early LDS members

What 3D technology was advanced at the University of Utah in the 1970s?

Computer graphics

Where must you purchase wine and spirits in Utah?

State-run liquor stores

What is the name of Utah's growing tech industry region?

Silicon Slopes

What year was the first permanent artificial heart implanted in a human in Salt Lake City?

1982

What sport uses a long icy track and small sleds where athletes lie face up and feet first?

Luge

What organization runs one of the world's largest genealogy archives in Salt Lake City?

FamilySearch

What mountain range borders Salt Lake City to the east?

Wasatch Mountains

What is celebrated in Utah on July 24 each year?

Pioneer Day

What comforting casserole is often served at Mormon gatherings and funerals?

Funeral potatoes

Which fruit-growing region in Utah is known for fresh peaches and peach days?

Brigham City

Who led the first group of Mormon pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley?

Brigham Young

Which famous U.S. speed skater won gold in Salt Lake City?

Apolo Anton Ohno

What was the Olympic motto for Salt Lake 2002?

Light the Fire Within

What famous religious site is located in downtown Salt Lake City?

Temple Square

What hand-powered vehicle did some pioneers use to carry their belongings westward?

Handcart

Which war involved Utah settlers and Native American tribes in the 1860s?

Black Hawk War

Can you order alcohol at a bar in Utah without also ordering food?

Yes

What was a major hardship faced by handcart companies traveling to Utah?

Harsh winter storms

What is Utah's state motto?

Industry

What iconic Utah landmark honors the state's settlers and overlooks Salt Lake City?

This is the Place Monument

What was Utah's main contribution during World War II?

Production of steel and ammunition

Which Utah city hosts many software startups and tech incubators along I-15?

Lehi

What is a common base for Utah café drinks that mimic cocktails but are non-alcoholic?

Soda with flavouring shots

What did the Utah Enabling Act of 1894 authorize?

The process for Utah to draft a state constitution

Which church-owned brand was once known for canned goods and food storage products?

Deseret Industries

What is a common cultural expectation in Utah communities regarding caffeine?

Mixed views due to LDS teachings

Why are soda shops popular in Utah?

Alternative to alcohol due to religious restrictions

Which Utah town is near the site of the Golden Spike ceremony?

Promontory

What building in Salt Lake City served as the original meeting place for large church gatherings before the Conference Center?

Tabernacle

What material is used on the exterior of the Utah State Capitol building?

Marble

What was the original name proposed by Mormon settlers for the Utah Territory?

Deseret

Which root beer brand is produced locally and popular in Utah soda shops?

Hires Big H

What was the purpose of building forts in early Utah settlements?

Defense and community gathering

What architectural style influenced the design of the Salt Lake Temple?

Gothic Revival

What is a key feature of the Natural History Museum of Utah's architecture?

Terraced design echoing canyon landscapes

What was a key reason the Mormon pioneers migrated west?

Religious persecution

Which ecosystem surrounds the Salt Lake Valley?

High desert basin

Which U.S. state was established as the proposed Mormon state of Deseret?

Utah

What major railroad's completion near Utah transformed westward travel?

Transcontinental Railroad

What activity is popular at the Bonneville Salt Flats?

Land speed racing

Who led the Mormon pioneers to Salt Lake City?

Brigham Young

Which Salt Lake museum focuses on science, technology and creativity?

The Leonardo Museum

Which Native American group has a long history in Utah?

Ute

What is one reason ski resorts thrive near Salt Lake City?

Consistent powder snow

What nickname reflects Utah's early religious settlers?

Beehive State

Why was the Salt Lake Valley chosen by early settlers?

Isolation and fertile land

Why are drive-thru liquor stores rare in Utah?

Strict state regulations

Which city is known as Utah's "Dixie" for its early cotton-growing efforts?

St. George

What unique geological feature gives Utah's deserts their red coloring?

Iron oxide in sandstone

Which university campus houses the Utah Museum of Fine Arts?

University of Utah

What was the Utah Territory's first official newspaper?

Deseret News

What team event takes place on ice using brooms and a stone?

Curling

Why are many businesses in Utah closed on Sundays?

Religious observance by LDS community

What event draws global audiences and connects film to activism and arts?

Sundance Film Festival

What is the name of Utah's annual event showcasing innovation and entrepreneurship?

Silicon Slopes Summit

What is a common two-year religious practice among young LDS members?

Mission service

Which natural landmark in Utah is shaped like a giant arch?

Delicate Arch

What ski resort is connected to Canyons Village and was part of the Olympic alpine circuit?

Park City Mountain Resort

What religious leader declared "This is the place" upon arriving in Salt Lake Valley?

Brigham Young

What annual event highlights emerging and established filmmakers near Salt Lake?

Sundance Film Festival

In what year did Utah become the 45th state of the U.S.?

1896

What U.S. military post established in 1862 later became part of the University of Utah?

Fort Douglas

Which modern art gallery is known for supporting local Utah artists?

Modern West Fine Art

Which U.S. President signed the proclamation granting Utah statehood?

Grover Cleveland

What LDS belief emphasizes eternal family relationships?

Sealing

What building material did many pioneers use for early homes in Utah?

Adobe bricks

What is the name of Salt Lake's premier venue for touring Broadway productions?

Eccles Theater

What industry was critical in Utah's economy during the 19th century?

Silver and copper mining

What type of bread is often served with honey butter at Utah gatherings?

Scones

What was the role of Camp Floyd in Utah's pre-Civil War history?

US Army outpost during Utah War

Which nut is prominently produced and used in Utah treats?

Almonds

Which online learning company based in Utah became a major education tech firm?

Pluralsight

Which major river flows into the Great Salt Lake?

Jordan River

Which museum hosts interactive exhibits on innovation, media and design?

The Leonardo Museum

What large federal agency owns much of Utah's public land?

Bureau of Land Management

Which nearby town hosted cross-country skiing events during the 2002 Olympics?

Soldier Hollow

What kind of community planning did pioneers use in Salt Lake City?

Grid system with wide streets

Which early industry helped sustain pioneer settlements in Utah?

Irrigation farming

What 20th-century movement influenced political reform in Utah?

Progressive Era

Who was the first person to receive the Jarvik-7 artificial heart?

Barney Clark

What prominent hospital is affiliated with the University of Utah's medical innovations?

U of U Health

What major event helped put Utah's tech boom on the map in the early 2000s?

2002 Winter Olympics hosting

What computing field did Utah researchers help pioneer through ARPA-funded work?

Computer networking

Which Salt Lake City university is a hub for biomedical engineering research?

University of Utah

What title did Brigham Young hold in the LDS Church?

Vice President

Which symbol appears on the Utah state flag?

Beehive

What musical group is based in Temple Square?

Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square

What annual event commemorates the Mormon pioneers' arrival in Utah?

Pioneer Day

Which sculpture medium is often featured in outdoor public art around Salt Lake?

Bronze

What national park is noted for its deep canyons carved by the Colorado River?

Canyonlands National Park

Which Utah resort is located in Little Cottonwood Canyon and known for deep powder?

Snowbird

Which lake near Salt Lake City influenced the city's name?

Great Salt Lake

Which dance group is known for pushing contemporary boundaries in Salt Lake?

RIRIE-WOODBURY Dance Company

What meat dish was traditionally served at Utah's early pioneer banquets?

Roast beef

Which national park in Utah is known for dramatic amphitheaters of hoodoos?

Bryce Canyon

Which Utah city was a major mining hub in the late 1800s?

Park City

What is the largest natural lake in the western United States?

Great Salt Lake

Which Olympic sport held in Utah requires both skiing and rifle shooting?

Biathlon

Which ski town is often considered a luxury destination and Olympic training hub?

Park City

Which dessert is commonly made with crushed pineapple, whipped topping and marshmallows?

Ambrosia salad

Which colorful dessert is famously associated with Utah's culture?

Green Jell-O

Which religious group heavily influences Utah's cultural norms and laws?

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Which 2002 Olympic mascot represented a coyote and symbolized speed?

Copper

What is the headquarters city of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?

Salt Lake City

What is a legacy benefit of the 2002 Winter Olympics for Utah residents?

Permanent training venues

What is the name of Utah's signature condiment made from ketchup and mayonnaise?

Fry sauce

What building houses the Utah state legislature?

Utah State Capitol

Which national park is closest to Salt Lake City?

Arches National Park

Which museum in Salt Lake City explores the natural world of Utah?

Natural History Museum of Utah

What venue was used for ski jumping and bobsledding in 2002?

Utah Olympic Park