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San Antonio, the second-largest city in the state of Texas, is known for its rich history, culture, and iconic landmarks such as The Alamo and the San Antonio River Walk. The city is also home to several military bases, making it a major center for military history and culture.
San Antonio was founded in 1718 by a group of Spanish settlers and was named after Saint Anthony of Padua. The city quickly developed into a major center of trade and culture, with the growth of the ranching, farming, and military industries. The city also played a significant role in the Texan revolution, The Battle of the Alamo is one of the most famous events in Texas history, and it took place in San Antonio in 1836.
San Antonio is also known for its diverse population, with a large number of immigrants from Mexico and Central America, as well as African American and Native American communities. This diversity is reflected in the city's food, music, and art, making it a vibrant and exciting place to visit or live. The city also has a strong tradition of festivals and events that celebrate its heritage, such as the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, and the Fiesta San Antonio.
1. Phil Collins was declared an honorary Texan by the state legislature in 2015 for donating his vast personal collection of artifacts related to what San Antonio landmark?
Answer: Alamo
2. According to some reports, what rental car company chose its name not because of a historical reference to a famous San Antonio fort, but simply to be near the front of the phone book?
Answer: Alamo
3. Named for a landmark in San Antonio, what theater chain that famously doesn't allow talking or texting during movies was founded in 1997 in Austin, Texas?
Answer: Alamo Drafthouse
4. Back in 1921, a 12-story tower in San Antonio was the tallest building in Texas. It was commissioned by what chilly-sounding bank that still exists today?
Answer: Frost Bank
5. In what Texas city is SeaWorld located? This city was the site of an important battle for Texas independence.
Answer: San Antonio
6. What bank with a chilly name has a warm message for its patrons: “A Texas bank where people matter most?” It was established in 1868 in San Antonio.
Answer: Frost Bank
7. According to the Favor Delivery app, Austin was the city that ordered the most burritos for delivery in 2023. Which city came in second?
Answer: San Antonio
8. In addition to San Diego, California and Orlando, Florida, there is a SeaWorld located in what Texas city?
Answer: San Antonio
9. Comalander Stadium, The Alamodome, and AT&T Center are all sports venues located in what southern U.S. city?
Answer: San Antonio
10. What city park and special case pedestrian street in San Antonio allows people to go shopping and eating while ambling next to the water?
Answer: River Walk
11. On May, 6, 1930, an F-4 tornado devastated a teensy Texas town with what chilly five-letter name that it shares with a San Antonio-based bank?
Answer: Frost
12. Coach of the San Antonio Spurs since 1996, what NBA executive known for his gruff manner is often referred to by his players as "Coach Pop" or simply "Pop?"
Answer: Gregg Popovich
13. Which month of the year on average has the lowest precipitation in San Antonio?
Answer: January
14. After getting serious about their new insurance business geared toward federal employees, Leo and Lillian Goodwin moved from San Antonio, Texas to Washington D.C. in 1937. No word on whether they had a pet gecko, but in any case, what was the name of their company which is today headquartered in nearby Bethesda, Maryland?
Answer: GEICO
15. Lubbock's City Bank and Jacksonville's Austin Bank made number 2 and 3 on Forbes's list of Best Texas Banks, following what initialed San Antonio bank with a major military focus?
Answer: USAA
16. Although he spent the last season of his professional career with the Charlotte Hornets, former French-American NBA All-Star Tony Parker won all four of his NBA Finals championships with what Western Conference team alongside teammate Tim Duncan?
Answer: San Antonio Spurs
17. In 1936, it was founded in San Antonio, Texas. In 1974, it began insuring the general public as opposed to simply government peeps. In 1996, it became a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. What company is it?
Answer: GEICO
18. What American basketball team has an annual "Rodeo Road Trip" in which they play only road games for two weeks because all tickets to their home arena are being sold for rodeo events during that time period?
Answer: San Antonio Spurs
19. "An NBA Legend Rides Into the Sunset at a Safe and Prudent Speed" is one of the many hilarious Onion headlines about what Hall of Famer, who played for the San Antonio Spurs from 1997 to 2016?
Answer: Tim Duncan
20. "No smile, no trash talk" is how a New York Times article described the 19-year career of what beloved San Antonio Spur, who retired from the team in 2016 and became an NBA Hall of Famer in 2021?
Answer: Tim Duncan
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