September 22 is National States and Capitals Day—and yes, that means it’s time for a little geography pop quiz. 📚✨ Most of us had to memorize the states and their capitals back in school, but how much do you actually remember?
From the obvious (looking at you, Texas!) to the trickier ones that stump even trivia buffs, this quiz will put your memory to the test. Grab a cup of coffee, scroll down, and let’s see how you score!
👉 Don’t worry, I’ve included the answers so you can check yourself as you go. No grading curve here—just bragging rights.
📝 Test Your Knowledge: States & Capitals Quiz
1. What is the capital of Texas?
a) Dallas
b) Austin
c) Houston
d) San Antonio
2. What is the capital of California?
a) Los Angeles
b) San Francisco
c) Sacramento
d) San Diego
3. Which U.S. capital city is the furthest north?
a) Juneau, Alaska
b) Olympia, Washington
c) Helena, Montana
d) Bismarck, North Dakota
4. What is the capital of Florida?
a) Miami
b) Orlando
c) Tallahassee
d) Tampa
5. Which state’s capital is Montpelier—the only U.S. capital without a McDonald’s? 🍔❌
a) Vermont
b) Maine
c) New Hampshire
d) Rhode Island
6. The capital of Colorado is:
a) Boulder
b) Denver
c) Colorado Springs
d) Aspen
7. What is the capital of Kentucky?
a) Louisville
b) Lexington
c) Frankfort
d) Bowling Green
8. Which U.S. capital is also the most populated city in the country?
a) Phoenix, Arizona
b) Austin, Texas
c) Nashville, Tennessee
d) Columbus, Ohio
9. The capital of Maine is:
a) Portland
b) Augusta
c) Bangor
d) Bar Harbor
10. Which state’s capital is named after a U.S. President?
a) Jefferson City, Missouri
b) Madison, Wisconsin
c) Jackson, Mississippi
d) All of the above
🏆 Score Guide:
0–3 correct: Road Trip Rookie 🚗 – Time to brush up before your next highway adventure.
4–7 correct: Seasoned Traveler ✈️ – You’ve got a solid sense of direction!
8–10 correct: Geography Guru 🌎 – Pack your bags, you could host Jeopardy.
Answers:
1. ✅ Austin
2. ✅ Sacramento
3. ✅ Juneau, Alaska
4. ✅ Tallahassee
5. ✅ Vermont (Montpelier)
6. ✅ Denver
7. ✅ Frankfort
8. ✅ Phoenix, Arizona
9. ✅ Augusta
10. ✅ All of the above
So, how’d you do? Whether you’re a Road Trip Rookie, a Seasoned Traveler, or a full-on Geography Guru, I hope you had fun celebrating States and Capitals Day with this little brain workout. 🌎✨
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Perfect for kids, classrooms, or even adults who want to stay sharp. Test yourself, challenge your family, and turn those “I think it’s…” moments into “I know it’s…” wins!
📖 Complete List of U.S. States & Capitals
Here’s the full cheat sheet you can bookmark:
Alabama – Montgomery
Alaska – Juneau
Arizona – Phoenix
Arkansas – Little Rock
California – Sacramento
Colorado – Denver
Connecticut – Hartford
Delaware – Dover
Florida – Tallahassee
Georgia – Atlanta
Hawaii – Honolulu
Idaho – Boise
Illinois – Springfield
Indiana – Indianapolis
Iowa – Des Moines
Kansas – Topeka
Kentucky – Frankfort
Louisiana – Baton Rouge
Maine – Augusta
Maryland – Annapolis
Massachusetts – Boston
Michigan – Lansing
Minnesota – Saint Paul
Mississippi – Jackson
Missouri – Jefferson City
Montana – Helena
Nebraska – Lincoln
Nevada – Carson City
New Hampshire – Concord
New Jersey – Trenton
New Mexico – Santa Fe
New York – Albany
North Carolina – Raleigh
North Dakota – Bismarck
Ohio – Columbus
Oklahoma – Oklahoma City
Oregon – Salem
Pennsylvania – Harrisburg
Rhode Island – Providence
South Carolina – Columbia
South Dakota – Pierre
Tennessee – Nashville
Texas – Austin
Utah – Salt Lake City
Vermont – Montpelier
Virginia – Richmond
Washington – Olympia
West Virginia – Charleston
Wisconsin – Madison
Wyoming – Cheyenne
