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7 fact-checked facts about Maine's geography, history and landmarks, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What is the capital of Maine?

AnswerAugusta

Augusta is the capital; Portland is the largest city.

Which seafood is Maine most famous for?

AnswerLobster

Maine leads the US in lobster landings.

Going deeper

Before becoming a state in 1820, Maine was part of which state?

AnswerMassachusetts

Maine separated from Massachusetts under the Missouri Compromise.

What is Maine's state nickname?

AnswerThe Pine Tree State

The white pine is Maine's state tree.

What is the highest mountain in Maine?

AnswerMount Katahdin

Katahdin is also the northern end of the Appalachian Trail.

Expert level

In which year did Maine become a state?

Answer1820

Maine became the 23rd state in 1820.

Cadillac Mountain in Acadia is famous for what?

AnswerBeing one of the first US places to see sunrise for part of the year

Its height and eastern location give it early sunrises in fall and winter.

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