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Geography of the United States Quiz

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What is the capital of the United States?

Washington D.C.

Explanation

Seat of the federal government and home to iconic landmarks.

Which U.S. state is the largest by area?

Alaska

Explanation

Encompasses vast wilderness and glaciers.

What is the major river that flows through the Grand Canyon?

Colorado River

Explanation

Carved the iconic canyon over millions of years.

Which U.S. state is known as 'The Sunshine State'?

Florida

Explanation

Abundant sunshine and miles of coastline.

Which city is known as the 'Windy City'?

Chicago

Explanation

Nickname inspired by its blustery weather.

Which U.S. state has the nickname 'The Last Frontier'?

Alaska

Explanation

Symbolic of its remote and rugged terrain.

Which river is the longest in the United States?

Missouri River

Explanation

Longest river in North America; flows through multiple states.

What is the highest peak in the United States?

Denali

Explanation

Tallest peak in North America, formerly known as Mount McKinley.

Which U.S. state has the most national parks?

California

Explanation

Diverse landscapes host numerous national parks.

#10

Which of these states does NOT border the Great Lakes?

Montana

Explanation

Landlocked state known for its mountains and plains.

#11

What is the smallest U.S. state by area?

Rhode Island

Explanation

Compact state with rich history and coastal charm.

#12

In which U.S. state is the Yellowstone National Park primarily located?

Wyoming

Explanation

Home to iconic geysers, wildlife, and geothermal features.

#13

Which of the following U.S. territories is located in the Caribbean?

Puerto Rico

Explanation

An unincorporated territory; rich in culture and history.

#14

What is the primary mountain range in the eastern United States?

Appalachian Mountains

Explanation

Old, scenic range stretching from Canada to Alabama.

#15

Which of these rivers forms part of the border between the United States and Mexico?

Rio Grande

Explanation

Significant river in the U.S.-Mexico border region.

#16

What is the name of the largest desert in the United States?

Great Basin Desert

Explanation

Vast arid region covering parts of several states.

#17

Which U.S. territory is located in the Pacific Ocean and is known for its World War II significance?

Guam

Explanation

Strategic island with a rich history.

#18

Which U.S. state has the most volcanoes?

Alaska

Explanation

Part of the Pacific Ring of Fire; home to numerous volcanoes.

Geography of the United States Quiz

What is the capital of the United States?

Which U.S. state is the largest by area?

What is the major river that flows through the Grand Canyon?

Which U.S. state is known as 'The Sunshine State'?

Which city is known as the 'Windy City'?

Which U.S. state has the nickname 'The Last Frontier'?

Which river is the longest in the United States?

What is the highest peak in the United States?

Which U.S. state has the most national parks?

Which of these states does NOT border the Great Lakes?

What is the smallest U.S. state by area?

In which U.S. state is the Yellowstone National Park primarily located?

Which of the following U.S. territories is located in the Caribbean?

What is the primary mountain range in the eastern United States?

Which of these rivers forms part of the border between the United States and Mexico?

What is the name of the largest desert in the United States?

Which U.S. territory is located in the Pacific Ocean and is known for its World War II significance?

Which U.S. state has the most volcanoes?

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