American State Trivia Quizzes
Welcome, quiz enthusiasts and trivia buffs! Are you ready to put your knowledge of the good ol' USA to the test? In this quiz, we're diving deep into the heart of America to explore the fascinating world of American states. From the bustling streets of New York to the sunny beaches of California, each state has its own unique charm and history waiting to be uncovered. So, grab a seat, sharpen your pencils (or flex those typing fingers), and get ready to embark on a virtual journey across the 50 states that make up this diverse and incredible country. Whether you're a history buff, a geography whiz, or just someone with a passion for all things Americana, this quiz is sure to challenge and delight you. Think you know your state capitals from your state birds? Can you pinpoint the location of famous landmarks and natural wonders on a map? Do you know which state boasts the highest peak or the longest river? Get ready to test your knowledge and learn some interesting facts along the way. From the snowy peaks of Alaska to the sunny shores of Florida, each state has its own unique identity and story to tell. So, whether you're a proud resident of one of these great states or just a curious explorer, this quiz is your chance to show off your American state savvy and maybe even discover something new about this incredible country we call home. So, without further ado, let's dive into the world of American states and see how well you really know this land of the free and home of the brave! Let the quiz begin!
Travel across America with this geography quiz!
Which of these is the name of a US state?
West VirginiaWhich of these U.S. states has Phoenix as its state capital?
ArizonaWhat is the capital of Indiana?
IndianapolisWhich is the most populated city in the US?
New YorkWhich of these cities in the United States is not a state capital?
Seattle, WashingtonOn which continent is the United States located?
North AmericaSt. Paul is the capital of which US state?
MinnesotaWhich of these U.S. states is not in the northern part of the country?
LouisianaWhich US city has the nickname 'The Gambling Capital of the World'?
Las VegasWhich of these cities is known as the "Windy City"?
ChicagoWhat city is the state capital of California?
SacramentoWhich of these U.S. states is home to a city called Syracuse?
New YorkIn which U.S. state is Rocky Mountain National Park located?
ColoradoWhich of these U.S. cities is a state capital?
BoiseWhich state's capital city is Juneau?
AlaskaWhich of these US cities is the hot-air ballooning capital of the world?
Albuquerque, New MexicoWhat North American mountain range has the tallest mountains?
Alaska RangeWhich of these U.S. states is home to a city called Lexington?
KentuckyWhat U.S. state is bordered by Texas, Arkansas and Mississippi?
LouisianaWhich of these states is part of the Appalachian Trail?
Maryland
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Jackson is the state capital of which U.S. state?
MississippiWhat is the largest U.S. state on the East Coast?
FloridaWhat symbol represents the 50 states on the U.S. flag?
StarsWhich country does the U.S. have to its north?
CanadaWhich US state is abbreviated as NM?
New MexicoWhich U.S. state is known as "The Hoosier State"?
IndianaFinger Lakes are a series of lakes in which US state?
New YorkIn which U.S. state is the city of Vallejo located?
CaliforniaBesides Canada and Mexico, which country is closest to the United States?
RussiaWhich U.S. state is known as the Land of Lincoln?
IllinoisWhich country shares an international peace park with the United States?
CanadaWhich U.S. state is nicknamed the Prairie State?
IllinoisGlacier National Park is in which US state?
MontanaWhich U.S. state is known as "The Great Lakes State"?
MichiganWhich U.S. state is called the "Nutmeg State"?
ConnecticutWhat U.S. state's flag has different images on each side?
OregonWhich of these U.S. states produces the most cranberries?
WisconsinWhich US state borders only one other state?
MaineWhich two states of the U.S. border with the most states?
Missouri and TennesseeIn which American state would you find Joliet?
Illinois
Explore the US States through their symbols!
What is the official state fruit of New York?
AppleWhich of these is the official state tree of Vermont?
Sugar MaplePo'Boy shrimp sandwiches are associated with which US state?
LouisianaWhat state's flag has a silhouette of an American Bison in its middle?
WyomingWhat US state's flag has a Union Jack in the top left corner?
Hawaii's"Garbage Plate" is a dish originally served in which US state?
New YorkWhich U.S. state's motto is the same as the country's official motto?
FloridaWhat symbol is surrounded by gold stars on Rhode Island's flag?
AnchorWhich U.S. state displays a diamond on its license plate?
ArkansasWhat is the official state pie of Florida?
Key limeThe Bluebonnet is the official state flower of which U.S. state?
TexasThe whoopie pie is the official treat of which U.S. state?
MaineWhat is the official state flower of Florida?
Orange blossomWhich U.S. state motto translates to "I have found it"?
CaliforniaThe poppy is the official state flower of which U.S. state?
CaliforniaWhich U.S. state has a license plate that depicts four presidents?
South DakotaGumbo, jambalaya, and beignets are popular foods in which southern state?
LouisianaWhat is the official dessert of Alabama?
Lane cakeWhich U.S. state has a mud pie named after it?
MississippiWhich state has a "Sunshine State" motto on its license plates?
Florida
Test your knowledge of the states: Can you place these sites and symbols?
Which U.S. landmark is thought to have been placed in the wrong location?
Four CornersIn which US state are the cities of Pasadena and San Francisco?
CaliforniaWhat U.S. state is also known as the "Show Me State"?
MissouriIn which U.S. state is the city of Colorado Springs located?
ColoradoIn what U.S. state can you visit Universal Studios Hollywood?
CaliforniaWhich State would you be in if you were visiting Las Vegas?
NevadaWhich is the two-letter abbreviation for the state of Alaska?
AKWhich of these landmarks is found in Washington, D.C.?
Lincoln MemorialWhich of these landmarks is not in California?
The Hoover DamWhich U.S. state has the motto "The Crossroads of America"?
IndianaWhich U.S. state is "The Bluegrass State"?
KentuckyWhat is California's state motto?
EurekaWhich of these American symbols marks a historical site in Massachusetts?
Plymouth RockWhat state had its "Great Lakes State" slogan on license plates?
MichiganWhich U.S. state is nicknamed "The Bay State"?
MassachusettsWhich U.S. state has the word "Excelsior" as its motto?
New YorkWhich of these states was named in honor of an American citizen?
WashingtonWhich of these famous landmarks is located in South Dakota?
Mount RushmoreWhich of these U.S. states is home to a city called Chesapeake?
VirginiaWhich US state is known for the nickname Pelican State?
Louisiana
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What is the largest island in the United States?
HawaiiWhich of these US states borders the Atlantic Ocean?
FloridaAs of 2023, which of these is the most populous U.S. state?
CaliforniaWhich of these states has a Pacific coastline?
OregonWhich of these US states has a border with Canada?
AlaskaHow many states are there in the contiguous United States?
48Which of these US states is triply landlocked?
NebraskaWhich of these States does not have an Atlantic coastline?
West VirginiaHow many US territories are inhabited?
FiveWhich of these states looks like a rectangle on a map?
ColoradoIn which of these US states would you find part of the Black Hills?
South DakotaWhich of these U.S. states is about the same size as France?
TexasWhich US state consists of two large peninsulas?
MichiganHow many US states are included in the Great Lakes region?
EightThe geographic center of North America is in which US state?
North DakotaWhich of these U.S. states is home to an iconic lake called Pyramid Lake?
NevadaWhich U.S. state was once geologically located in the African continent?
FloridaWhich U.S. landlocked state is slightly larger than Japan?
MontanaHow many states are named in the US $5?
26Which of these U.S. states is home to the largest number of state parks?
California
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In which U.S. state is the city of Anaheim located?
CaliforniaWhere in NYC is the annual New Year's Eve ball drop?
Times SquareWhich U.S. city was formerly called "New Amsterdam"?
New York City"The Treasure State" is a reference to which US state?
MontanaIn which U.S. state is the Griffith Observatory located?
CaliforniaIn which U.S. state is the Horseshoe Bend located?
ArizonaWhich state borders more Great Lakes than any other state?
MichiganWhich major U.S. city is home to the Getty Villa art museum?
Los AngelesWhich U.S. city is home to Fort McHenry?
BaltimoreWhich major U.S. city is home to the Bethesda Fountain?
New York CityThe Willis Tower, formerly the Sears Tower, is in which US city?
ChicagoWhat is the real name of "The Bean" in Chicago?
Cloud GateWhich of these landmarks is the "Honeymoon Capital of the World"?
Niagara FallsWhich of these landmarks adorns Utah's license plates?
Delicate ArchWhich landmark is the first United States National Monument?
Devils TowerWhat American landmark was originally sketched on a napkin?
The Space NeedleWhat monument has a mini replica along Pennsylvania's Susquehanna River?
Statue of LibertyIn which US city can you find the National Museum of Natural History?
Washington, D.C.Which of these U.S. cities is famous for its cheesecake style?
ChicagoWhich of these is a landmark in Miami?
Freedom Tower
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Dover is the capital of which state?
DelawareWhat is a popular nickname for the Southern United States?
DixielandWhat state lies immediately south of Georgia?
FloridaWhat are hushpuppies in the southern U.S.?
A traditional dishWhat is the capital of Louisiana?
Baton RougeWhat is the name of the presidential retreat, located in Maryland?
Camp DavidIn what time zone is the state of South Carolina located?
Eastern Time ZoneNew Orleans' Preservation Hall is associated with which music genre?
JazzIn which US state is the city Savannah?
GeorgiaWhat distinguishes Alabama-style barbecue sauce?
MayonnaiseWhat is the chain of islands located off the coast of Florida called?
Florida Keys"The Sooner State" is a reference to which State?
OklahomaWhat is the name for the United States Bullion Depository in Kentucky?
Fort KnoxWhich city in Maryland had the slogan "The Greatest City In America"?
BaltimoreMontgomery is the capital of which southern US state?
AlabamaBoiled peanuts are the official snack of which U.S. state?
South CarolinaWhich U.S. city is known as "The Crossroads of the South"?
Jackson, MississippiAlabama shares a border to the west with which U.S. state?
MississippiWhat is the official state motto of Georgia?
"Wisdom, Justice, Moderation"What iconic horse race is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky?
Kentucky Derby
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What is the state capital of Arizona?
PhoenixWhich river separates Oregon from Washington?
Columbia RiverWhich time zone does the state of Colorado use?
Mountain Time ZoneWhich of these is the most populous city in California?
Los AngelesWhat phenomenon is often visible in the night sky in parts of Alaska?
Aurora borealisWhat is the capital of the U.S. state of Hawaii?
HonoluluHow are people who live in Idaho called?
IdahoansThe Colorado River slowly carved which natural landmark in Arizona?
Grand CanyonThe State of Nevada is known for being what?
The driest stateWhat religious group settled in Utah through the Emigrant Trail?
MormonsWhat is the famous fault line that runs through California?
San AndreasWhich of the following U.S. states is double-landlocked?
ColoradoIn which US state is Denali National Park and Preserve?
AlaskaIn what time zone is the state of Washington located?
Pacific Time ZoneHells Canyon is located in Oregon and which other state?
IdahoWhich of these is the state abbreviation for Utah?
UTWhat is Montana's state animal?
Grizzly BearWhat is the capital of the US State of New Mexico?
Santa FeThe Sonoran Desert covers California and which other state?
ArizonaWhich animal does the reverse of Oregon's state flag show?
Beaver
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Which of these is the state abbreviation for Idaho?
IDInto which bay does the Potomac River flow?
Chesapeake BayWhich is the longest mountain range in North America?
The Rocky MountainsWhat is the longest river in the United States?
MissouriWhich of the Great Lakes is entirely in U.S. territory?
Lake MichiganHarrisburg is the capital of which US state?
PennsylvaniaWhich is the highest mountain in North America?
Denali/Mt. McKinleyWhich of these National Parks can you visit in Florida?
Everglades National ParkWhich lake is often called "America's Dead Sea"?
Great Salt LakeWashington shares a border with Idaho and what other state?
OregonWhich of these mountain ranges runs through much of New England?
Appalachian MountainsWhich of these contiguous U.S. states is the farthest east?
MaineWhich river flows through New Orleans?
MississippiWhich U.S. mountain gets the most snow on average during winter?
Mount RainierWhat part of Canada shares most of the border with Alaska?
YukonWhat national park is home to Badwater Basin, the lowest point in the US?
Death Valley National ParkWhat is the state capital of Missouri?
Jefferson CityNorth Dakota is bordered to the east by which state?
Minnesota
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Which of these is a nickname for the United States flag?
Old GloryWhich of these is a classic icon of the United States?
Bald EagleWhich of these is one of the most popular fruits in the United States?
StrawberriesIn which city is the largest subway system in America?
New YorkWhich state runs the largest ferry service in the United States?
WashingtonWhen did The Star-Spangled Banner become the official US national anthem?
1931How many stripes are on the flag of the United States?
13What U.S. singer's version of the national anthem became a top 20 hit?
Whitney HoustonWhich of these Hollywood celebrities is American?
Robert John Downey Jr.Who was the sixth President of the United States?
John Quincy AdamsWhich state hosted the first Olympics in the United States?
MissouriWhich territory became the 49th state of the United States in 1959?
AlaskaWhich Motown hit turned into a civil rights anthem in the 1960s?
Dancing in the StreetFrom which state was the first president born in the United States?
New YorkWhich of these famous bridges is located in North America?
Seven Mile BridgeWhich United States amusement park has a state line running through it?
CarowindsThe U.S. National Anthem was written during which war?
War of 1812Which U.S. city is home to the Tower of the Americas?
San Antonio, TexasWho was America's first left-handed president?
James A. Garfield