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We’ve tested your knowledge of state quarters, license plates and state nicknames. And earlier this week, you wowed us with your mastery of flags of the world. Now let’s see how well you know your state flags.
Even if you don’t ace this one, you’ll be a better person for knowing some of these peculiar designs are flying over statehouses throughout the country.
Take the Quiz: State Flags
A bit of trivia (without being a spoiler):
The swallowtail flag is called a “burgee”; and there is only one such flag among the 50 states. The others are all rectangular.
-”BB”-
posted by Bicycle Bill on 11-7-2009 at 5:33 am