US States Test MCQ: Trivia! Quiz

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1.

Which state ranks 28th in the water area with 1239 square miles?
- A.
  
  Maine
- B.
  
  Louisiana
- C.
  
  Pennsylvania
- D.
  
  Alaska
Correct Answer
C. Pennsylvania

Explanation
Pennsylvania ranks 28th in water area with 1239 square miles.

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2.

Which state is ranked 41st in the water area with 500 square miles?
- A.
  
  Iowa
- B.
  
  Maine
- C.
  
  Texas
- D.
  
  Rhode Island
Correct Answer
D. Rhode Island

Explanation
Rhode Island is the correct answer because it is the state with the smallest water area among the options given. It is ranked 41st in terms of water area, with only 500 square miles. This means that Rhode Island has less water area compared to Iowa, Maine, and Texas.

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3.

Which state ranks 21st in the water area with 1896 square miles?
- A.
  
  South Dakota
- B.
  
  South Carolina
- C.
  
  Kansas
- D.
  
  Virginia
Correct Answer
B. South Carolina

Explanation
South Carolina is the correct answer because it ranks 21st in terms of water area with 1896 square miles.

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4.

Which state is ranked 30th in the water area with 1224 square miles?
- A.
  
  Wyoming
- B.
  
  Connecticut
- C.
  
  Minnesota
- D.
  
  South Dakota
Correct Answer
D. South Dakota

Explanation
South Dakota is ranked 30th in terms of water area with 1224 square miles. This means that among all the states, South Dakota has the 30th largest water area, measuring 1224 square miles.

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5.

Which state is ranked 32nd in the water area with 926 square miles?
- A.
  
  Tennessee
- B.
  
  Georgia
- C.
  
  North Carolina
- D.
  
  Nebraska
Correct Answer
A. Tennessee

Explanation
Tennessee is ranked 32nd in water area with 926 square miles.

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6.

Which state ranks 9th in the water area with 6687 square miles?
- A.
  
  Alabama
- B.
  
  Texas
- C.
  
  Maine
- D.
  
  West Virginia
Correct Answer
B. Texas

Explanation
Texas ranks 9th in water area with 6687 square miles.

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7.

Which state ranks 16th in the water area with 2736 square miles?
- A.
  
  South Carolina
- B.
  
  Louisiana
- C.
  
  Utah
- D.
  
  Connecticut
Correct Answer
C. Utah

Explanation
Utah is the correct answer because it ranks 16th in water area with 2736 square miles.

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8.

Which state is ranked 15th in the water area with 3171 square miles?
- A.
  
  Idaho
- B.
  
  New Mexico
- C.
  
  Virginia
- D.
  
  Minnesota
Correct Answer
C. Virginia

Explanation
Virginia is ranked 15th in water area with 3171 square miles.

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9.

Which state ranks 11th in the water area with 4721 square miles?
- A.
  
  Washington
- B.
  
  Pennsylvania
- C.
  
  Maine
- D.
  
  North Dakota
Correct Answer
A. Washington

Explanation
Washington is the correct answer because it ranks 11th in water area with 4721 square miles. This means that Washington has the 11th largest amount of water area compared to other states.

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10.

Which state is ranked 50th in the water area with 145 square miles?
- A.
  
  Alabama
- B.
  
  West Virginia
- C.
  
  Oregon
- D.
  
  Indiana
Correct Answer
B. West Virginia

Explanation
West Virginia is ranked 50th in water area with 145 square miles. This means that among all the states, West Virginia has the smallest water area.

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11.

Which state ranks 4th in the water area with 11190 square miles?
- A.
  
  Alaska
- B.
  
  Kansas
- C.
  
  Utah
- D.
  
  Wisconsin
Correct Answer
D. Wisconsin

Explanation
Wisconsin is the correct answer because it ranks 4th in water area with 11190 square miles. This means that Wisconsin has the fourth largest amount of water area compared to the other options (Alaska, Kansas, and Utah).

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12.

Which state ranks 36th in the water area with 714 square miles?
- A.
  
  Tennessee
- B.
  
  North Dakota
- C.
  
  South Carolina
- D.
  
  Wyoming
Correct Answer
D. Wyoming

Explanation
Wyoming is the correct answer because it ranks 36th in terms of water area with 714 square miles. This means that there are 35 other states with larger water areas than Wyoming.

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13.

Which of these four states has the largest population?
- A.
  
  Montana
- B.
  
  Arizona
- C.
  
  North Dakota
- D.
  
  Colorado
Correct Answer
B. Arizona

Explanation
Arizona has the largest population among the four states listed. This can be attributed to several factors such as its favorable climate, diverse economy, and attractive tourist destinations. Arizona is home to major cities like Phoenix and Tucson, which contribute significantly to its population. Additionally, the state's strong job market and quality of life have attracted many people to settle there, further increasing its population.

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Which of these four states has the largest population?
- A.
  
  Colorado
- B.
  
  Oregon
- C.
  
  South Dakota
- D.
  
  Connecticut
Correct Answer
A. Colorado

Explanation
Colorado has the largest population among the four states listed.

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15.

Which of these four states has the largest population?
- A.
  
  Massachusetts
- B.
  
  North Dakota
- C.
  
  Georgia
- D.
  
  Wyoming
Correct Answer
C. Georgia

Explanation
Georgia has the largest population among the four states listed. This can be attributed to several factors such as its larger land area compared to the other states, its historical significance, and its economic opportunities. Georgia is home to major cities like Atlanta, which attracts a large number of residents and businesses. Additionally, Georgia has a diverse economy with thriving industries such as technology, film production, and agriculture, which further contribute to its population growth.

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US States Test MCQ: Trivia! Quiz

Which state ranks 28th in the water area with 1239 square miles?

Which state is ranked 41st in the water area with 500 square miles?

Which state ranks 21st in the water area with 1896 square miles?

Which state is ranked 30th in the water area with 1224 square miles?

Which state is ranked 32nd in the water area with 926 square miles?

Which state ranks 9th in the water area with 6687 square miles?

Which state ranks 16th in the water area with 2736 square miles?

Which state is ranked 15th in the water area with 3171 square miles?

Which state ranks 11th in the water area with 4721 square miles?

Which state is ranked 50th in the water area with 145 square miles?

Which state ranks 4th in the water area with 11190 square miles?

Which state ranks 36th in the water area with 714 square miles?

Which of these four states has the largest population?

Which of these four states has the largest population?

Which of these four states has the largest population?