Michiganders are a special breed.

We all share a special bond. We have unique foods. We have our own words. We vacation at places no one else in the country has ever even heard of.

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How "Pure Michigan" are you? Take our quiz and prove it!

We Come With Our Own Built-In Maps

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Give yourself 1 point if you've ever explained where you live in Michigan by pointing to a place on your hand.

Up North

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If you've ever referred to an area of Michigan simply as "Up North", give yourself 1 point.

Let's Go Camping

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Give yourself 1 point if you've ever been camping in one of Michigan's state parks.

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Our Fudge Is the Best

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If you've ever enjoyed a piece of Mackinac Island fudge, give yourself 1 point.

Michigan's a Pro Sports Mecca

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If you've ever been to a Lions, Tigers, Pistons or Red Wings game in person, give yourself 1 point.

Coneys Are the Bomb

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If you've ever enjoyed a Detroit-style or Flint-style coney, give yourself 1 point.

The Real Big Mac

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Give yourself 1 point if you've ever ridden or driven across the Mackinac Bridge.

The Sandiest Hill Ever

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If you've ever experienced the beauty of Sleeping Bear Dunes, give yourself 1 point.

RELATED: It Costs $3000 to Be Rescued From These Michigan Sand Dunes

Let's Go Fishing!

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Ever been fishing on any of Michigan's lakes? Give yourself 1 point.

Smitten With the Mitten

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Give yourself 1 point if you've ever seen a car with a Michigan-shaped bumper sticker.

We Are Be Cider Selves

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If you've ever been to a Michigan cider mill in the fall, give yourself 1 point.

When It's Cold, This Is What We Do

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If you've ever worn a Carhartt jacket in the winter, give yourself 1 point.

Friends of Frankenmuth

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Have you shopped at Bronner's or had a chicken dinner at Zehnder's? Give yourself 1 point.

Pronouncing It Is Half the Battle

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If you've ever pounded a paczki on Fat Tuesday, give yourself 1 point.

More Potholes Than People

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If you've ever hit a Michigan pothole so hard you thought your car was going to break down right there, give yourself 1 point.

Spartans vs. Wolverines

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Give yourself 1 point if you consider yourself a fan of Michigan or Michigan State.

The Pies Have It

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If you've ever enjoyed a delicious Traverse City cherry pie, give yourself 1 point.

SEE ALSO: A Southerner Reacts to 16 Different Michigan Locations

Michigan Lighthouses

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Have you ever seen a lighthouse along the Michigan shoreline? Give yourself 1 point.

Back in the DIA

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Give yourself 1 point if you ever took a school field trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts.

That's Snow Fun!

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Been skiing or snowboarding in Northern Michigan? Give yourself 1 point.

Michigan's Favorite Concert Venue

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If you've ever seen a concert at Pine Knob, give yourself 1 point.

Michigan's Main Thoroughfare

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Give yourself 1 point if you've ever driven on Michigan's chief north-south route, I-75.

Getting Around, Michigan-Style!

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If you've ever gotten from one place to another via snowmobile, give yourself 1 point.

Say It Right...

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If you've ever downed an authentic pasty from the Upper Peninsula, give yourself 1 point.

A Michigan Original

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If you've tried more than five different flavors of Faygo, give yourself 1 point.

SEE ALSO: Traumatized by Faygo: Why I'll Never Drink Redpop or Grape Again

Head of State

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If you've ever been inside the Michigan State Capitol, give yourself 1 point.

Beer We Go...

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Give yourself 1 point of you've ever enjoyed a beverage from one of Michigan's many craft breweries.

Our Snowstorms Can Get Crazy

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1 point if you've ever driven through a Michigan winter snowstorm.

Greenfield Village People

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If you've been to Greenfield Village, that's worth 1 point.

We Believe in Ferries

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Have you ever taken a ferry to Isle Royale National Park? Give yourself 1 point.

Make Sure the Ice Is Thick Enough

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If you've ever been ice fishing, give yourself 1 point.

Michigan's Magical Drink

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If you believe or have ever been told that Vernors will cure what ails you, give yourself 1 point.

Oh, Deer

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If you've called in sick to participate in the first day of hunting season (or know someone who has), give yourself 1 point.

Soo Locks

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Give yourself 1 point if you've visited the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie.

She's a Dream, I Tell Ya

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Have you been to the Woodward Dream Cruise? Give yourself 1 point.

What's a Yooper?

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If you've ever referred to someone from Michigan's Upper Peninsula as a "Yooper", give yourself 1 point.

Fall in Michigan

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If you've ever taken a fall drive in Michigan just to look at all the pretty leaves, give yourself 1 point.

No, There's Nothing Wrong With It

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Give yourself 1 point if you've ever had bumpy cake.

Tulip Time

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Chalk up another point if you've been to Holland's Tulip Time Festival.

The Apple of Our Eye

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Give yourself 1 point if you've gone apple picking.

Cupped Pepperoni, Please

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If you've ever tried Detroit-style pizza, give yourself 1 point.

RELATED: Here's Why Michigan Should Be the Pizza Capital of America

Picture(d) Perfect

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Have you ever explored the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore? Give yourself 1 point.

A 4th of July Like None Other

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If you've ever watched the 4th of July fireworks light up the sky over a Michigan lake, give yourself 1 point.

There's No "S"

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If you add an "S" to the end of Meijer or know someone who does, give yourself 1 point.

Two Seasons: Winter and Construction

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If the mere sight of orange construction barrels has ever upset you, give yourself 1 point.

Party Time

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If you can name at least three things you can buy at a party store besides alcohol, give yourself 1 point.

You'll Get There Eventually

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Give yourself 1 point if you've ever had to explain the concept of a "Michigan left".

If I Go Crazy Then Will You Still Call Me Superman?

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If you've ever enjoyed Superman ice cream, give yourself 1 point.

Door Walls

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If you or someone you know calls this a "door wall" instead of a sliding glass door, give yourself 1 point.

That's Another 10 Cents!

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If you've ever collected cans and turned them in for the deposit money, give yourself 1 point.

Got your total? Let's see how you did.

40 or More Points = You Are Pure Michigan! You are the epitome of a true Michigander. You've done it all, from snowmobiling in the U.P. to enjoying a coney dog in Detroit. You've probably taken a photo by the Mackinac Bridge and don't mind Michigan's winter storms. People might even come to you for recommendations! Keep enjoying all that Michigan has to offer!

30-39 Points = True Michigander You're well-versed in Michigan's culture, having experienced most of what the state has to offer. You've likely camped in a state park, and taken a trip along the shore of Lake Michigan. Keep up the good work, and maybe take in a Tigers game or a trip to the Soo Locks this year!

20-29 Points = Seasoned Michigander You know your way around Michigan, but there's definitely more to enjoy! You've probably enjoyed the state's fall colors and craft breweries. Maybe this year's the year to take that trip to the Upper Peninsula and check out Pictured Rocks and polish off some pasties.

10-19 Points = Casual Michigander You've got a decent grasp on what it means to be a Michigander, but there's much more to it than what you've experienced so far! Head "Up North" for some pure Michigan outdoor fun, or plan a weekend concert getaway!

0-9 Points = Newbie Michigander You haven't been here long, have you? That's OK. We welcome you with open arms! Consider this a bucket list of things you should try!

What Will Michigan Look Like in 50 Years?

Time changes everything. What do you think Michigan will look like in another 50 years? Here's what AI imagines.

Gallery Credit: JR

2024 Michigan County By County Tornado Risk Projections

Roof Gnome, using FEMA data and analyzing nearly 950 counties throughout the United States at moderate to high risk for tornados, was able to rank 34 Michigan counties for storm risks in 2024 and projected financial impact. Here's a county-by-county look at Michigan's Tornano Vulnerability.

Gallery Credit: Scott Clow

 

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