Houston MCQs [USA – America] January 8, 2026August 20, 2024 by u930973931_answers 50 min Score: 0 Attempted: 0/50 Subscribe 1. What is Houston’s nickname? (A) The Big Apple (B) The Mile-High City (C) The Windy City (D) The Bayou City 2. Which space center is located in Houston? (A) Johnson Space Center (B) Kennedy Space Center (C) Langley Research Center (D) Ames Research Center 3. Houston is the largest city in which U.S. state? (A) California (B) New York (C) Florida (D) Texas 4. Which major river flows near Houston? (A) Buffalo Bayou (B) Rio Grande (C) Colorado River (D) Mississippi River 5. What is the name of Houston’s largest airport? (A) Houston Hobby Airport (B) Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (C) George Bush Intercontinental Airport (D) Austin-Bergstrom International Airport 6. Which major league baseball team is based in Houston? (A) Texas Rangers (B) Houston Texans (C) Dallas Mavericks (D) Houston Astros 7. What is the name of Houston’s famous theater district? (A) Broadway (B) Houston Theater District (C) Lincoln Center (D) French Quarter 8. Which Houston museum is known for its extensive collection of fine arts? (A) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (B) Houston Museum of Natural Science (C) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (D) Menil Collection 9. What is the name of the largest medical complex in Houston? (A) Cleveland Clinic (B) Texas Medical Center (C) Mayo Clinic (D) Johns Hopkins Hospital 10. Which Houston sports team won the 2017 World Series? (A) Houston Texans (B) Houston Astros (C) Houston Dynamo (D) Houston Rockets 11. What is the name of the Houston neighborhood known for its cultural diversity and vibrant art scene? (A) Midtown (B) The Heights (C) River Oaks (D) Montrose 12. Which Houston building is the tallest in the city? (A) JPMorgan Chase Tower (B) Williams Tower (C) Wells Fargo Plaza (D) The Texas Tower 13. Which Houston event is known for being the largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world? (A) Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (B) Texas State Fair (C) San Antonio Rodeo (D) Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo 14. What is the name of Houston’s NFL team? (A) Houston Cowboys (B) Houston Texans (C) Houston Rangers (D) Houston Rockets 15. Which Houston neighborhood is known for its upscale homes and is often referred to as the “Beverly Hills of Texas”? (A) Memorial (B) West University Place (C) Tanglewood (D) River Oaks 16. Which bay is located southeast of Houston? (A) Corpus Christi Bay (B) Galveston Bay (C) Matagorda Bay (D) San Antonio Bay 17. What major freeway loops around Houston, providing access to various parts of the city? (A) I-10 (B) I-45 (C) I-610 (D) I-69 18. What is the name of the Houston museum known for its collection of contemporary and modern art? (A) Menil Collection (B) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (C) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (D) Blaffer Art Museum 19. Which Houston building features a water wall that is a popular tourist attraction? (A) Williams Tower (B) Wells Fargo Plaza (C) JPMorgan Chase Tower (D) The Texas Tower 20. What is the name of the Houston area known for its large Asian population and cultural attractions? (A) Chinatown (B) Little Italy (C) Little Saigon (D) Asiatown 21. Which university in Houston is known for its prestigious research programs and beautiful campus? (A) University of Houston (B) Rice University (C) Texas Southern University (D) St. Thomas University 22. What is the name of the iconic Houston venue that hosts many major concerts and events? (A) Minute Maid Park (B) Toyota Center (C) NRG Stadium (D) Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 23. Which Houston museum is dedicated to natural science and features a popular planetarium? (A) Menil Collection (B) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (C) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (D) Houston Museum of Natural Science 24. What is the name of the Houston sports team that plays in the NBA? (A) Houston Texans (B) Houston Rockets (C) Houston Dynamo (D) Houston Astros 25. Which Houston street is famous for its high-end shopping and dining options? (A) Main Street (B) Westheimer Road (C) Washington Avenue (D) Kirby Drive 26. What Houston district is known for its historic buildings and nightlife? (A) The Heights (B) Montrose (C) Midtown (D) Downtown Houston 27. Which Houston park is known for its large size and recreational facilities? (A) Hermann Park (B) Discovery Green (C) Memorial Park (D) Buffalo Bayou Park 28. What is the name of the Houston theater known for its Broadway-style performances? (A) Miller Outdoor Theatre (B) Alley Theatre (C) The Hobby Center (D) Wortham Theater Center 29. What is the name of the tallest building in Houston? (A) Williams Tower (B) Wells Fargo Plaza (C) JPMorgan Chase Tower (D) The Texas Tower 30. Which Houston museum is known for its collection of artifacts from ancient civilizations? (A) Houston Museum of Natural Science (B) Menil Collection (C) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (D) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston 31. What Houston neighborhood is known for its vibrant LGBTQ+ community? (A) Montrose (B) River Oaks (C) The Heights (D) Midtown 32. Which Houston sports team has won multiple NBA championships? (A) Houston Texans (B) Houston Dynamo (C) Houston Rockets (D) Houston Astros 33. What is the name of the Houston museum that features contemporary exhibitions and an art bookstore? (A) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (B) Menil Collection (C) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (D) Houston Museum of Natural Science 34. Which Houston area is known for its excellent educational institutions and research facilities? (A) Museum District (B) Texas Medical Center (C) Downtown Houston (D) Greenway Plaza 35. What is the name of the Houston neighborhood that is home to a large number of historic homes and a vibrant arts scene? (A) The Heights (B) River Oaks (C) Memorial (D) Midtown 36. What Houston park features an impressive water fountain and is known for its public art installations? (A) Memorial Park (B) Hermann Park (C) Discovery Green (D) Buffalo Bayou Park 37. What is the name of the Houston venue that hosts major sporting events and concerts? (A) Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion (B) Toyota Center (C) Minute Maid Park (D) NRG Stadium 38. Which Houston street is famous for its historic architecture and cultural landmarks? (A) Main Street (B) Washington Avenue (C) Broadway (D) Kirby Drive 39. What is the name of the Houston venue known for its large outdoor concerts and events? (A) Minute Maid Park (B) Toyota Center (C) Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion (D) NRG Stadium 40. What Houston museum features a collection of art from Africa, the Americas, and Oceania? (A) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (B) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (C) Houston Museum of Natural Science (D) Menil Collection 41. What is the name of the Houston festival that celebrates Latin American culture and heritage? (A) Houston Rodeo (B) Houston Art Car Parade (C) Carnaval Houston (D) Houston Pride Festival 42. Which Houston building is known for its unique design and is a popular tourist attraction? (A) Williams Tower (B) The Glassell School of Art (C) The Houston City Hall (D) The Texas Tower 43. What is the name of the popular Houston shopping destination that features luxury retailers and dining options? (A) The Galleria (B) Rice Village (C) Highland Village (D) Westheimer Road 44. What Houston festival is known for its celebration of food, music, and culture? (A) Houston Food Truck Festival (B) Houston Art Festival (C) Houston International Festival (D) Houston BBQ Festival 45. Which Houston area is known for its large Mexican population and cultural events? (A) East End (B) Asiatown (C) Little Saigon (D) Little Italy 46. What is the name of the historic district in Houston known for its Victorian-style homes? (A) Montrose (B) The Heights (C) River Oaks (D) Downtown 47. What is the name of the popular Houston street known for its nightlife and entertainment options? (A) Washington Avenue (B) Main Street (C) Westheimer Road (D) Kirby Drive 48. Which Houston park features a lake and is known for its outdoor activities? (A) Memorial Park (B) Hermann Park (C) Discovery Green (D) Buffalo Bayou Park 49. What is the name of the Houston museum known for its focus on science and technology? (A) Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (B) Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (C) Menil Collection (D) Houston Museum of Natural Science 50. What is the name of the Houston stadium that hosts the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo? (A) Minute Maid Park (B) Reliant Stadium (C) Toyota Center (D) NRG Stadium