Across
- 1. City where the Pony Express began in 1860
- 3. Promotes transparency in Missouri government operations
- 8. Home to the Gateway Arch
- 9. Important crop in Missouri's agricultural economy due to its climate
- 11. The capital of Missouri, chosen as the state capital in 1821
- 12. Missouri's highest court, consisting of seven justices
- 13. Popular man-made body of water for recreation
- 16. State official responsible for ensuring government accountability
- 17. Major river forming Missouri's eastern border
- 18. Part of Missouri's legislature with members serving four-year terms
- 19. Famous landmark in St. Louis symbolizing westward expansion
- 20. The chief executive of Missouri state government.
Down
- 2. State park known for its giant granite boulders and unique landscape
- 4. State admitted to the Union in 1821 under the Missouri Compromise
- 5. Missouri's positing as a border state caused divided loyalties during this conflict
- 6. U.S. President born in Missouri
- 7. Part of Missouri's legislature with representatives serving two-year terms
- 10. The legislative body of Missouri, consisting of two parts
- 14. Native American tribe closely associated with Missouri's early history
- 15. Missouri has had multiple versions of this document guiding its government