 - 1. Starved Rock State Park, located in the heart of Illinois, is a breathtaking natural oasis that spans over 2,630 acres along the banks of the Illinois River. Renowned for its stunning sandstone bluffs and mesmerizing waterfalls, the park attracts nature enthusiasts, hikers, and photographers throughout the year. Visitors can explore more than 13 miles of hiking trails that wind through lush woodlands and offer awe-inspiring views from the iconic overlooks, particularly from the summit of Starved Rock, which rises 125 feet above the river. The park is steeped in history and folklore, with its name derived from a Native American legend about a group of Illiniwek warriors who sought refuge from rival tribes atop the bluffs, only to succumb to starvation. Each season unveils a different aspect of the park’s beauty; in spring and summer, wildflowers bloom and wildlife thrives, while in autumn, the foliage transforms into a vibrant tapestry of oranges and reds, drawing visitors for fall color tours. Winter brings its own charm, as frozen waterfalls and serene snowy landscapes create a tranquil retreat. Starved Rock is not just a place for outdoor activities; it also features a visitor center that provides educational exhibits about the park's ecology and history, along with ample opportunities for birdwatching, particularly for spotting majestic bald eagles during their migration. Whether one seeks adventure, relaxation, or a deeper connection to nature and history, Starved Rock State Park offers an unforgettable experience.
Where is Starved Rock State Park located?
A) Wisconsin
B) Indiana
C) Michigan
D) Illinois
- 2. What river runs along Starved Rock State Park?
A) Kankakee River
B) Illinois River
C) Mississippi River
D) Ohio River
- 3. In which year was Starved Rock State Park established?
A) 1911
B) 1920
C) 1905
D) 1935
- 4. What animal can be commonly seen in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Lions
B) Penguins
C) Kangaroos
D) Eagles
- 5. What geological feature is prominent in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Mountains
B) Plains
C) Cliffs
D) Canyons
- 6. What is the size of Starved Rock State Park?
A) 5,000 acres
B) 1,500 acres
C) 2,630 acres
D) 3,000 acres
- 7. Which Native American tribe is associated with the legend of Starved Rock?
A) Iroquois
B) Cherokee
C) Sioux
D) Illiniwek
- 8. What activity can you do during winter at Starved Rock State Park?
A) Ice climbing
B) Biking
C) Swimming
D) Surfing
- 9. What is the name of the lodge in Starved Rock State Park?
A) River Lodge
B) Eagle Lodge
C) Canyon Lodge
D) Starved Rock Lodge
- 10. Which government entity manages Starved Rock State Park?
A) National Park Service
B) Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
C) U.S. Forest Service
D) Illinois Department of Natural Resources
- 11. What is a common recreational activity in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Skiing
B) Surfing
C) Hiking
D) Snowmobiling
- 12. What is the main visitor center at the park called?
A) Nature Center
B) Recreation Center
C) Starved Rock Visitor Center
D) Park Headquarters
- 13. What should visitors always carry while hiking?
A) Large backpacks
B) Firewood
C) Guns
D) Water
- 14. What type of climate does Starved Rock have?
A) Mediterranean
B) Tropical
C) Humid continental
D) Arid
- 15. What kind of geological features can be found at Starved Rock?
A) Volcanoes
B) Sand dunes
C) Caves
D) Cliffs
- 16. What geological feature helps form the canyons in Starved Rock?
A) Volcanic activity
B) Erosion
C) Tectonic uplift
D) Glacial melting
- 17. What type of ecosystem can be found in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Deciduous forest
B) Savanna
C) Tundra
D) Desert
- 18. What is the purpose of the Visitor Center at Starved Rock?
A) Information and education
B) Parking registration
C) Gift shop only
D) Guide services only
- 19. What is the main form of transportation within the park?
A) Biking
B) Driving
C) Horseback riding
D) Walking
- 20. Is camping allowed in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Only for groups
B) No
C) Only in winter
D) Yes
- 21. What recreational facility is available at Starved Rock Lodge?
A) Indoor swimming pool
B) Golf course
C) Mountain lodge
D) Ski resort
- 22. How many canyons are in Starved Rock State Park?
A) 25
B) 30
C) 18
D) 10
- 23. What type of rock formations can be found at Starved Rock?
A) Limestone
B) Basalt
C) Sandstone
D) Granite
- 24. Which type of animal can you commonly see in the park?
A) Kangaroos
B) Polar bears
C) White-tailed deer
D) Lions
- 25. What picturesque view can you get from Starved Rock?
A) Rocky Mountains
B) Mississippi River
C) Great Lakes
D) Illinois River Valley
- 26. How far is Starved Rock State Park from Chicago?
A) 50 miles
B) 60 miles
C) Approximately 90 miles
D) 120 miles
- 27. What is the best time to view bald eagles in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Winter
B) Summer
C) Fall
D) Spring
- 28. Which Native American tribe lived in the Grand Village of the Illinois?
A) The Sioux
B) The Kaskaskia
C) The Apache
D) The Cherokee
- 29. What was the name of the fort established by the French in 1683?
A) Fort St. Louis
B) Fort Ticonderoga
C) Fort Pitt
D) Fort Duquesne
- 30. What year was Starved Rock designated a National Historic Landmark?
A) 1955
B) 1970
C) 1980
D) 1960
- 31. Which organization built facilities in the park during the 1930s?
A) The Works Progress Administration
B) The National Park Service
C) The Army Corps of Engineers
D) The Civilian Conservation Corps
- 32. What is an anticline?
A) A mountain range
B) A type of rock formation
C) A convex fold in underlying strata
D) A river bend
- 33. What culture is indicated by the Clovis points found in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Mississippian Culture
B) Clovis Culture
C) Havana Hopewell
D) Kaskaskia Confederation
- 34. During which period did the Archaic settlements along the Illinois River occur?
A) 11,000 BC
B) 1000 BC – 1000 AD
C) 8000 – 2000 BC
D) 16th through 18th centuries
- 35. What type of structures did the Havana Hopewell settlers build during the Woodland period?
A) Wigwams
B) Hunting camps
C) Permanent settlements
D) Earthwork mounds
- 36. What material were Kaskaskia wigwams made of?
A) Copper
B) Wood and mud
C) Lightweight material
D) Stone and clay
- 37. Why did the Kaskaskia travel to hunt bison twice a year?
A) To dismantle their wigwams easily when traveling
B) To escape Iroquois attacks
C) To trade with European settlers
D) To harvest maize and beans
- 38. What secondary source of food did Kaskaskia women gather?
A) Beans
B) Tubers from nearby swamps
C) Copper ornaments
D) Maize
- 39. Which group arrived in northern Illinois in 1660, leading to intertribal warfare?
A) Mississippian culture peoples
B) Havana Hopewell settlers
C) Iroquois settlers
D) Clovis hunters
- 40. How were the Iroquois armed during their conflicts with the Kaskaskia?
A) With copper ornaments
B) With stone tools
C) With earthwork mounds
D) With guns seized from or traded by Europeans
- 41. In which year did Marquette return to set up a mission in the Grand Village?
A) 1691
B) 1677
C) 1683
D) 1675
- 42. Who commanded the fort when it was abandoned in 1691?
A) René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle
B) Pierre Deliette
C) Henri de Tonty
D) Claude-Jean Allouez
- 43. What was the only form of defense used by La Salle at Fort St. Louis?
A) Moats filled with water
B) A wooden palisade
C) Stone walls
D) Cannon placements
- 44. Who obtained approximately one and three quarters of a mile of the north portage shore in 1683?
A) Henry de Tonty
B) Prudhomme
C) Claude-Jean Allouez
D) René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle
- 45. What was the fate of Fort St. Louis after it became too dilapidated?
A) It was restored by French settlers.
B) It was converted into a museum.
C) It continued to be used as a military fort.
D) No surface remains are found at the site today
- 46. Who purchased the land that became Starved Rock State Park from the U.S. Government?
A) The Illinois State Parks Commission
B) Franklin D. Roosevelt
C) Daniel Hitt
D) Ferdinand Walther
- 47. How much did Daniel Hitt pay for the land that became Starved Rock State Park?
A) $85
B) $146,000
C) $500
D) $15,000
- 48. Who developed Starved Rock as a resort before it became a state park?
A) Daniel Hitt
B) The Illinois State Parks Commission
C) Franklin D. Roosevelt
D) Ferdinand Walther
- 49. Which CCC camp was notable for including African American members?
A) Illini National Forest Camp
B) Camp 614
C) Camp 2601
D) Camp 1609
- 50. When were the CCC-era Starved Rock Lodge and Cabins added to the National Register of Historic Places?
A) 2007
B) 1960
C) 1942
D) May 8, 1985
- 51. How many people visited Starved Rock State Park in 2010?
A) 160,000
B) 2.1 million
C) Over 3 million
D) 75,000
- 52. During which years were archaeological excavations conducted at Starved Rock by archaeologists from the Illinois State Museum and the University of Chicago?
A) 1991–1993
B) 1947–1949
C) 1974–1976
D) 1950–1952
- 53. What period was the Corbin Farm Site primarily settled during according to pottery analysis?
A) Paleo-Indian Period
B) Archaic Period
C) Late Woodland Period
D) Upper Mississippian Period
- 54. What is the approximate area covered by the Corbin Farm Site?
A) 10,000 m2
B) 183 m2
C) 98,000 m2
D) 69,000 m2
- 55. What was the Hotel Plaza Site believed to have supported in the 17th and 18th centuries?
A) Spanish missionaries
B) British settlers
C) Native American tribes
D) Early French explorers
- 56. How many mounds are within the Little Beaver Site?
A) 20
B) 8
C) 13
D) 5
- 57. What is the total area of the Little Beaver Site?
A) 69,000 m2
B) 50,000 m2
C) 98,000 m2
D) 183 m2
- 58. Which period's occupation was primarily found at the Little Beaver Site based on artifacts?
A) Middle Woodland
B) Early Woodland
C) Archaic
D) Upper Mississippian
- 59. In which year were subsurface tests conducted at Shaky Shelter Site?
A) 1947
B) 1950
C) 1974
D) 1991
- 60. Which cultural group occupied the Shaky Shelter Site according to subsurface tests?
A) Upper Mississippian groups
B) Archaic groups
C) Paleo-Indian groups
D) Woodland groups
- 61. Which of these sites at Starved Rock State Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places?
A) Simonson Site
B) Shaky Shelter
C) Hotel Plaza Site
D) Devil's Nose Site
- 62. How many open-air occupation sites were identified within Starved Rock State Park as of 1998?
A) 5
B) 4
C) 14
D) 21
- 63. Which plant is a rare lily found in Illinois that was discovered at Starved Rock State Park in 1939?
A) Indian cucumber root
B) Mountain holly
C) Harebell
D) Reindeer lichen
- 64. How many occupied rock shelter sites had been identified within Starved Rock State Park by 1998?
A) 5
B) 4
C) 14
D) 21
- 65. Which plant, susceptible to invasive species and habitat changes, has been found at Starved Rock State Park?
A) Canada yew
B) Northern white cedar
C) Liverwort
D) Lady's slipper orchid
- 66. Which of these plants is found on the sandstone cliffs at Starved Rock State Park?
A) Harebell
B) Reindeer lichen
C) White pine
D) Mountain holly
- 67. How many sites had been subject to subsurface examination by 1998?
A) Four
B) 5
C) 21
D) 14
- 68. What designation did the trail system at Starved Rock State Park receive in 1981?
A) National Recreation Trail designation
B) National Scenic Trail designation
C) State Heritage Trail designation
D) International Hiking Trail designation
- 69. Which month is the warmest at Starved Rock State Park?
A) July
B) September
C) August
D) June
- 70. How many campsites can be reserved in Starved Rock State Park?
A) 50
B) 100
C) 133
D) 150
- 71. What winter activity is not allowed at Starved Rock State Park?
A) Snowmobiling
B) Tobogganing
C) Ice skating
D) Cross-country skiing
- 72. Which canyon features the most scenic ice falls during winter at Starved Rock State Park?
A) French Canyon
B) LaSalle Canyon
C) St. Louis Canyon
D) All of the above
- 73. How much precipitation does Starved Rock State Park average annually?
A) 35.7 inches (910 mm)
B) 25.4 inches (645 mm)
C) 50.3 inches (1275 mm)
D) 45.6 inches (1155 mm)
- 74. What is the name of the overlook that offers scenic views along the river?
A) Forest Edge Overlook
B) Lover's Leap Overlook
C) Sunset Overlook
D) River Bend Overlook
- 75. What is exchanged for binoculars at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center?
A) A park entrance fee
B) A credit card
C) The birder's driver's license
D) A personal ID card
- 76. Who designed the Starved Rock Lodge and Cabins?
A) I.M. Pei
B) Louis Sullivan
C) Joseph F. Booton
D) Frank Lloyd Wright
- 77. What is the central lounge in the Starved Rock Lodge called?
A) Grand Hall
B) Main Lounge
C) Visitor Center
D) Great Room
- 78. How many cabins surround the Starved Rock Lodge?
A) 12
B) 15
C) 8
D) 10
- 79. Which other Illinois state park's lodge and cabins are nearly unrivaled in size?
A) Starved Rock State Park
B) Kankakee River State Park
C) Pere Marquette State Park
D) Hennepin Canal Parkway
- 80. In what year was Starved Rock Lock and Dam added to the National Register of Historic Places?
A) 2004
B) 1999
C) 1985
D) 2010
- 81. What movie's ending scene was filmed at Devil's Nose in Starved Rock State Park?
A) Prancer
B) The Shawshank Redemption
C) Field of Dreams
D) E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
- 82. What is the age of the tree that was chopped down for the movie Prancer?
A) 75 years old
B) 200 years old
C) 50 years old
D) 125 years old
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