Q. Which Philadelphia musical institution has been around for over 100 years?
A. The Philadelphia Orchestra

Q. How did Philadelphia’s basketball team get its name – the 76ers?
A. From 1776 – the year the Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia

Q. What revolutionary invention was created right here at the University of Pennylvania?
A. ENIAC – the world’s first computer

Q. How much does the Liberty Bell weigh?
A. 2080 pounds

Q. What famous sandwich was first served in South Philadelphia in 1930?
A. The Philadelphia Cheeseteak

Q. What famous actor/musician is from West Philadelphia?
A. Will Smith

Q. When was the Philadelphia’s Eagles NFL home debut?

A. 1933

Q. Who founded the University of Pennsylania?
A. Benjamin Franklin

Q. What popular television show was filmed in University City from 1952-1964?
A. American Bandstand

Q. Where is America’s First Zoo?

A. Philadelphia

Q. What is Franklin Field’s claim to fame?
A. It was the nation’s first collegiate football stadium

 
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