Five states will enjoy new fame this year as they appear on millions of quarters circulating around the US. Of course the great states of Michigan, Florida, Texas, Iowa and Wisconsin are no strangers to fame. Can you guess which state is famous for which person, place, or thing?

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The Barbie Doll's full name is Barbie Millicent Roberts, and she was 'born' in this state.

 

At 6,000 pounds, this state is home to the world's largest strawberry shortcake.

 

The first laundromat was opened in this state in 1934.

 

What's for breakfast? This state, called the 'Cereal Bowl of the World,' is the home of cold cereal.

 

The 'butterfly' swimming stroke was invented in the 1930s in this state.

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