There are some questions that only Marylanders know the answer to. Check out the following list and see if you’ve been asked any of these undeniable questions by out-of-towners.
- What IS Old Bay?
Flickr / Mike Mozart Old Bay is a heavenly blend of herbs and spices. It’s what dreams are made of.
- And what exactly can you sprinkle it on?
Flickr / Jonathan Smith Corn, popcorn, fries, eggs, potatoes, seafood, chicken… need I go on?
- What’s the weather like?
Flickr / Steven Leonti Maryland weather is unpredictable. One day it’s 70 degrees, and the next day it’s 40. It’s best to always have a sweatshirt on hand, just in case.
- Why do you drive so aggressively?
Flickr / Brian Rawson-Ketchum Traffic is abundant in Maryland and we’re used to it. If you want to get anywhere, you need to learn to switch lanes quickly.
- What’s up with all the road construction?
Flickr / thisisbossi It’s never-ending. But it’s comforting to know that our tax dollars are at work… somehow.
- How do you pick crabs?
Flickr / Peter Walsh Each person picks ’em a bit differently, but I find that it’s best to twist at the joints. A mallet is rarely needed but a good knife comes in handy.
- What football team do you root for?
Flickr / David Clow While the Ravens are Maryland’s team, some people also root for the Redskins. And believe it or not, many residents in the western region are die hard Steelers fans.
- What is Baltimore like?
Flickr / 1Flatworld This is a loaded question. Baltimore has its crime, but it also has nice areas like the harbor, Mount Vernon, and Federal Hill. The cultural festivals and artsy atmosphere are also worth checking out.
- And what does “hon” mean?
Flickr / heck, j g It’s a vintage hairstyle, and also a term of endearment.
- What is there to do in Maryland?
Flickr / Steve Hajjar Maryland has a little bit of everything and that’s why its nickname is America in Miniature. Mountains, the ocean, the bay, forests, wetlands, and rural areas are just some of the natural terrain. We have cities as well as small towns. Both outdoor enthusiasts and urban dwellers can find a plethora of things to do and explore.
- Is Maryland north or south?
Flickr / Jimmy Emerson, DVM Technically, Maryland is below the Mason Dixon Line, so south.
- Why are you so obsessed with your flag?
Flickr / Austin Kirk JUST LOOK AT IT! Wouldn’t you be, too?
What are other questions that only Marylanders know the answer to? Feel free to share your thoughts below, and be sure to also check out these 13 undeniable things that every Marylander has done at least once.
Flickr / Mike Mozart
Old Bay is a heavenly blend of herbs and spices. It’s what dreams are made of.
Flickr / Jonathan Smith
Corn, popcorn, fries, eggs, potatoes, seafood, chicken… need I go on?
Flickr / Steven Leonti
Maryland weather is unpredictable. One day it’s 70 degrees, and the next day it’s 40. It’s best to always have a sweatshirt on hand, just in case.
Flickr / Brian Rawson-Ketchum
Traffic is abundant in Maryland and we’re used to it. If you want to get anywhere, you need to learn to switch lanes quickly.
Flickr / thisisbossi
It’s never-ending. But it’s comforting to know that our tax dollars are at work… somehow.
Flickr / Peter Walsh
Each person picks ’em a bit differently, but I find that it’s best to twist at the joints. A mallet is rarely needed but a good knife comes in handy.
Flickr / David Clow
While the Ravens are Maryland’s team, some people also root for the Redskins. And believe it or not, many residents in the western region are die hard Steelers fans.
Flickr / 1Flatworld
This is a loaded question. Baltimore has its crime, but it also has nice areas like the harbor, Mount Vernon, and Federal Hill. The cultural festivals and artsy atmosphere are also worth checking out.
Flickr / heck, j g
It’s a vintage hairstyle, and also a term of endearment.
Flickr / Steve Hajjar
Maryland has a little bit of everything and that’s why its nickname is America in Miniature. Mountains, the ocean, the bay, forests, wetlands, and rural areas are just some of the natural terrain. We have cities as well as small towns. Both outdoor enthusiasts and urban dwellers can find a plethora of things to do and explore.
Flickr / Jimmy Emerson, DVM
Technically, Maryland is below the Mason Dixon Line, so south.
Flickr / Austin Kirk
JUST LOOK AT IT! Wouldn’t you be, too?
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