U.S. States and Capitals Quiz — Geography Test of State Names, Capitals & Location
Covers state names, capitals, and geographic location.
Welcome to the U.S. States and Capitals Quiz — a comprehensive Geography test designed to help students, travelers, teachers, and trivia lovers sharpen their knowledge of state names, state capitals, and geographic location across the United States. This quiz covers common and essential facts about U.S. state capitals, regional placement, and bordering states, making it a perfect practice tool for classroom use, study sessions, or casual learning. Whether you’re preparing for a geography bee or just want to brush up on American geography, this test offers targeted questions to improve recall and map awareness.
Take this U.S. States and Capitals Quiz to measure your current knowledge level, identify areas for improvement, and get practical study recommendations. The quiz includes multiple-choice questions focused on capitals (e.g., Sacramento, Austin, Albany), state identification (e.g., which state has Boise or Helena), and basic geographic relationships (e.g., which state borders Tennessee). By the end you’ll receive an actionable score breakdown and tips to strengthen your mastery of U.S. state names, capitals, and geographic location.
What is the capital of California?
Identify the official state capital, not the largest city.
What is the capital of Texas?
The capital is also a major center for music and politics.
What is the capital of New York?
Not to be confused with the state's largest city.
What is the capital of Florida?
The capital is located in the Florida Panhandle.
What is the capital of Illinois?
This capital shares its name with several other U.S. cities.
What is the capital of Pennsylvania?
A smaller city compared to Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
Which state has Phoenix as its capital?
Match the capital to its state.
Which state has Boise as its capital?
Identify the correct northwestern state.
Which state has Montpelier as its capital?
This is one of the smallest state capitals by population.
Which state is directly north of Oregon?
Think about U.S. Pacific Coast states.
Which state borders both Tennessee and Mississippi?
Consider states in the southeastern U.S.
Which is the northeasternmost U.S. state?
This state is known for its rugged coastline and lighthouses.
What is the capital of Alaska?
Not the largest city — recall state capitals in remote regions.
Which state has Helena as its capital?
A western state with significant mountain ranges.
Which U.S. state is the smallest by land area?
Often remembered for its small size and dense population.
Frequently asked questions
This quiz contains 15 multiple-choice questions focused on state names, capitals, and geographic location to provide a thorough assessment of your U.S. geography knowledge.
Each question is worth one point for a correct answer and zero points for an incorrect answer. Your final score is the sum of correct answers (0–15).
Scores 0–5 indicate beginner-level familiarity, 6–10 indicate intermediate knowledge, and 11–15 indicate advanced knowledge of U.S. states, capitals, and geographic relationships. Use these ranges to guide further study.
Yes — retaking the quiz after targeted study is encouraged. We recommend using flashcards, interactive maps, and daily drills to improve retention before retrying the quiz.
Use online interactive maps, spaced-repetition flashcards (Anki or Quizlet), educational apps, and printed U.S. maps. Practice naming states, capitals, and bordering states in short daily sessions for best results.
Yes. The quiz is designed for learners of various ages and can be used in classrooms, homeschool curricula, or individual study sessions to assess and reinforce knowledge of U.S. geography.
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