The word "key" comes from the Spanish word "cayo" which means
rocky island.
The Overseas Highway was once a
railroad.
The Keys have no farms because
the soil is too sandy.
The leading county in seafood production is
Monroe County.
Which key is closest to the mainland?
Key Largo
In what direction from the mainland are the Florida Keys located?
southwest
How many bridges are on the Overseas Highway?
42
Each key is a narrow strip of land made from pieces of
coral.
Which two bodies of water surround the Florida Keys?
Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico
The keys are surrounded by the ocean and often enjoy cool
breezes.
Florida's Keys make most of their money from which two industries?
fishing and tourism
What are three important jobs in the Florida Keys?
scuba diving, fishing guide, and servers
What is the best known town in the Keys, located at the far end of the Overseas Highway?
Key West
What famous novelist once lived in Key West?
Ernest Hemingway
A famous playwright is associated with Key West. Who?
Tennessee Williams
What is the name of the bridge that leads to Marathon?
Seven-Mile Bridge
