Kaufmann quiz: Autumn
How well do you know fall in Chicago?
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Which fall staple does Illinois lead the country in producing?
Pumpkins
Bees
Apples
Corn
Correct answer: Pumpkins
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What event drew 240,000 people to Grant Park in November 2008?
Lollapalooza
Nascar Street Race
Million Man March
Obama's Election Night Victory Speech
Correct answer: Obama's Election Night Victory Speech
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What happens every Wednesday throughout the fall along the Chicago River downtown?
The bridges are raised
Open swim
The river is dyed orange
The Duck Drop
Correct answer: The bridges are raised
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What neighborhood is known for decking itself out for Halloween and even hosting a haunted parade?
Streeterville
Back of the Yards
Northalsted
Lakeview
Correct answer: Northalsted
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What festival brings celebrities to Chicago every October?
C2E2
The Chicago International Film Festival
Octoberfest
Fright Night
Correct answer: The Chicago International Film Festival
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This town hosts an apple festival each fall, on top of its other festivals that honor strawberries and chocolate.
Portage
Frankfort
Aurora
Long Grove
Correct answer: Long Grove
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This 2014 event attracted thousands but flamed out on the Chicago River.
The Magnificent Lights
Great Chicago Fire Festival
Tall Ships
Taste of Chicago River
Correct answer: Great Chicago Fire Festival
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Who was the 2016 World Series MVP?
David Ross
Ben Zobrist
Javy Báez
Aroldis Chapman
Correct answer: Ben Zobrist
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Who was the 2005 World Series MVP?
Jermaine Dye
Freddy Garcia
Joe Crede
A.J. Pierzynski
Correct answer: Jermaine Dye
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What town is the famous Swallow Cliff Stairs near?
Grayslake
Harvard
Palos Park
Oakbrook
Correct answer: Palos Park
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Not terrible! This score means you own at least two flannel shirts.
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Nice work! Take a lap around a corn maze to celebrate!