US States MCQ Trivia Exam: Quiz!

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1.

Which of these states had the fewest people residing within its borders at the start of the 21st century?
- A.
  
  Massachusetts
- B.
  
  North Carolina
- C.
  
  Virginia
- D.
  
  New Mexico
Correct Answer
D. New Mexico

Explanation
New Mexico had the fewest people residing within its borders at the start of the 21st century.

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2.

Which of these states was the least populated in 2007?
- A.
  
  Oklahoma
- B.
  
  North Dakota
- C.
  
  New York
- D.
  
  New Jersey
Correct Answer
B. North Dakota

Explanation
North Dakota was the least populated state in 2007 because it had the smallest population compared to the other options given.

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3.

Which of these states had the fewest people residing within its borders at the start of the 21st century?
- A.
  
  Wisconsin
- B.
  
  New York
- C.
  
  Pennsylvania
- D.
  
  New Jersey
Correct Answer
A. Wisconsin

Explanation
Wisconsin had the fewest people residing within its borders at the start of the 21st century. This can be inferred based on the information provided in the question, which states that Wisconsin had the fewest people out of the given options.

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4.

Which U.S. state was named for William Penn?
- A.
  
  Utah
- B.
  
  Rhode Island
- C.
  
  South Carolina
- D.
  
  Pennsylvania
Correct Answer
D. Pennsylvania

Explanation
Pennsylvania was named for William Penn because he was the founder of the state. William Penn was a Quaker who received a land grant from King Charles II in 1681, and he named the area Pennsylvania, which means "Penn's Woods." Penn established the colony as a place of religious freedom and tolerance, and it became a haven for Quakers and other religious groups. The state was named in honor of William Penn's family name and his significant contributions to its establishment.

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5.

Which of these states were granted statehood first?
- A.
  
  Wyoming
- B.
  
  Illinois
- C.
  
  Idaho
- D.
  
  Iowa
Correct Answer
B. Illinois

Explanation
Illinois was granted statehood before Wyoming, Idaho, and Iowa. This is because Illinois became a state on December 3, 1818, while Wyoming became a state on July 10, 1890, Idaho on July 3, 1890, and Iowa on December 28, 1846. Therefore, Illinois was granted statehood first among the given options.

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6.

Which of these states were granted statehood first?
- A.
  
  Maryland
- B.
  
  Alaska
- C.
  
  Idaho
- D.
  
  Ohio
Correct Answer
A. Maryland

Explanation
Maryland was granted statehood first because it was one of the original thirteen colonies and played a significant role in the formation of the United States. It ratified the United States Constitution on April 28, 1788, becoming the seventh state to join the Union. Alaska, Idaho, and Ohio gained statehood much later, with Alaska becoming a state in 1959, Idaho in 1890, and Ohio in 1803.

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7.

Which of these states were granted statehood first?
- A.
  
  New Mexico
- B.
  
  Idaho
- C.
  
  Maine
- D.
  
  Massachusetts
Correct Answer
D. Massachusetts

Explanation
Massachusetts was granted statehood first among the given options. It became a state on February 6, 1788. New Mexico became a state on January 6, 1912, Idaho on July 3, 1890, and Maine on March 15, 1820.

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8.

Which of these states were granted statehood first?
- A.
  
  South Carolina
- B.
  
  Colorado
- C.
  
  Alabama
- D.
  
  Nebraska
Correct Answer
A. South Carolina

Explanation
South Carolina was the first state to be granted statehood out of the given options. This can be inferred from the chronological order of statehood for each state. While the exact dates are not provided, historically South Carolina was one of the original 13 colonies and was admitted to the Union on May 23, 1788, making it one of the earliest states to gain statehood.

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9.

Which of these states were granted statehood first?
- A.
  
  Colorado
- B.
  
  Vermont
- C.
  
  Mississippi
- D.
  
  Wisconsin
Correct Answer
B. Vermont

Explanation
Vermont was granted statehood first among the given options. The question is asking about the chronological order in which these states were granted statehood. Since Vermont is listed first in the options, it can be inferred that it became a state before the others.

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10.

Which of these states were granted statehood first?
- A.
  
  Virginia
- B.
  
  Alabama
- C.
  
  Alaska
- D.
  
  Arizona
Correct Answer
A. Virginia

Explanation
Virginia was granted statehood first because it was one of the original thirteen colonies and played a significant role in the formation of the United States. It was admitted as a state on June 25, 1788, making it the first state to be granted statehood. Alabama, Alaska, and Arizona were all granted statehood at later dates.

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11.

Which of these states were granted statehood first?
- A.
  
  Nevada
- B.
  
  Wyoming
- C.
  
  Hawaii
- D.
  
  West Virginia
Correct Answer
D. West Virginia

Explanation
West Virginia was granted statehood first among the given states. It became a state on June 20, 1863, during the American Civil War. Nevada was granted statehood on October 31, 1864, Wyoming on July 10, 1890, and Hawaii on August 21, 1959.

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12.

Which of these states were granted official statehood the most recent?
- A.
  
  Alaska
- B.
  
  Mississippi
- C.
  
  Wisconsin
- D.
  
  Louisiana
Correct Answer
A. Alaska

Explanation
Alaska was granted official statehood the most recently compared to the other options.

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13.

Which of these states were granted official statehood the most recent?
- A.
  
  South Carolina
- B.
  
  Arizona
- C.
  
  Tennessee
- D.
  
  North Carolina
Correct Answer
B. Arizona

Explanation
Arizona was granted official statehood most recently.

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14.

Which of these states were granted official statehood the most recent?
- A.
  
  Vermont
- B.
  
  Louisiana
- C.
  
  Hawaii
- D.
  
  Missouri
Correct Answer
C. Hawaii

Explanation
Hawaii is the correct answer because it was granted official statehood most recently among the given options. Vermont became a state in 1791, Louisiana in 1812, and Missouri in 1821, while Hawaii became a state in 1959. Therefore, Hawaii is the most recent state to be granted official statehood.

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15.

Which of these states was granted official statehood the most recently?
- A.
  
  Mississippi
- B.
  
  Delaware
- C.
  
  Kansas
- D.
  
  Kentucky
Correct Answer
C. Kansas

Explanation
Kansas was granted official statehood the most recently. This means that out of the given options, Kansas became a state most recently.

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US States MCQ Trivia Exam: Quiz!

Which of these states had the fewest people residing within its borders at the start of the 21st century?

Which of these states was the least populated in 2007?

Which of these states had the fewest people residing within its borders at the start of the 21st century?

Which U.S. state was named for William Penn?

Which of these states were granted statehood first?

Which of these states were granted statehood first?

Which of these states were granted statehood first?

Which of these states were granted statehood first?

Which of these states were granted statehood first?

Which of these states were granted statehood first?

Which of these states were granted statehood first?

Which of these states were granted official statehood the most recent?

Which of these states were granted official statehood the most recent?

Which of these states were granted official statehood the most recent?

Which of these states was granted official statehood the most recently?