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    TexasWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Austin
    • Des Moines
    • Madison
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Explore state capitals across the United States with this engaging quiz. Test your knowledge on capitals for states like Delaware, Pennsylvania, and more. Ideal for learners looking to improve their geography skills.

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  • 2. 

    New MexicoWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Oklahoma City

    • Santa Fe

    • Phoenix

    Correct Answer
    A. Santa Fe
    Explanation
    Santa Fe is the correct answer because it is the capital of New Mexico. It is a city located in the northern part of the state and is known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and adobe architecture. Santa Fe has been the capital of New Mexico since 1610 and is home to many government buildings, museums, and cultural attractions.

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  • 3. 

    MississippiWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Indianapolis

    • Jackson

    • Springfield

    Correct Answer
    A. Jackson
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Jackson because Jackson is the capital of Mississippi.

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  • 4. 

    ArkansasWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Little Rock

    • Lansing

    • Tallahassee

    Correct Answer
    A. Little Rock
    Explanation
    Little Rock is the correct answer for the capital of Arkansas. It is the largest city in the state and has been the capital since 1821. Little Rock is located on the Arkansas River and is known for its historical significance, including being the site of the desegregation crisis in 1957. It is also home to various cultural attractions, such as the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and the Arkansas Arts Center.

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  • 5. 

    FloridaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Little Rock

    • Lansing

    • Tallahassee

    Correct Answer
    A. Tallahassee
    Explanation
    Tallahassee is the correct answer because it is the capital of Florida.

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  • 6. 

    AlaskaWhat is the capital of this state?

    • Juneau

    • Honolulu

    • Phoenix

    Correct Answer
    A. Juneau
    Explanation
    Juneau is the correct answer because it is the capital of Alaska. Each state in the United States has a designated capital city, and Juneau serves as the capital of Alaska.

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  • 7. 

    HawaiiWhat is the capital of this state?

    • Juneau

    • Honolulu

    • Phoenix

    Correct Answer
    A. Honolulu
    Explanation
    Honolulu is the correct answer because it is the capital of Hawaii. Located on the island of Oahu, Honolulu is not only the capital but also the largest city in the state. It is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant culture, and historical landmarks such as Pearl Harbor. Honolulu serves as the political, economic, and cultural hub of Hawaii, making it the obvious choice for the state's capital.

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  • 8. 

    ConnecticutWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Atlanta

    • Hartford

    • Boston

    Correct Answer
    A. Hartford
    Explanation
    Hartford is the correct answer because it is the capital of Connecticut. The question is asking for the capital city of the state, and Hartford fits this criteria. Atlanta and Boston are the capitals of Georgia and Massachusetts respectively, so they are not the correct answers.

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  • 9. 

    New YorkWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Richmond

    • Albany

    • Raleigh

    Correct Answer
    A. Albany
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Albany. Albany is the capital of the state of New York.

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  • 10. 

    IndianaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Indianapolis

    • Jackson

    • Springfield

    Correct Answer
    A. Indianapolis
    Explanation
    The capital of Indiana is Indianapolis.

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  • 11. 

    CaliforniaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Sacramento

    • Saint Paul

    • Salem

    Correct Answer
    A. Sacramento
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Sacramento. Sacramento is the capital of California.

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  • 12. 

    ColoradoWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Lincoln

    • Denver

    • Bismark

    Correct Answer
    A. Denver
    Explanation
    Denver is the correct answer because it is the capital of Colorado. The question asks for the capital of the state, and Denver is the capital of Colorado.

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  • 13. 

    WashingtonWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Pierre

    • Helena

    • Olympia

    Correct Answer
    A. Olympia
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Olympia. Olympia is the capital of Washington state.

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  • 14. 

    OklahomaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Oklahoma City

    • Santa Fe

    • Phoenix

    Correct Answer
    A. Oklahoma City
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Oklahoma City because it is the capital of Oklahoma state. Santa Fe is the capital of New Mexico, and Phoenix is the capital of Arizona, so they are not the correct answers for this question.

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  • 15. 

    TenneseeWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Nashville

    • Columbus

    • Baton Rouge

    Correct Answer
    A. Nashville
    Explanation
    The capital of Tennessee is Nashville.

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  • 16. 

    North DakotaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Lincoln

    • Denver

    • Bismark

    Correct Answer
    A. Bismark
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Bismark. Bismark is the capital of North Dakota.

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  • 17. 

    WyomingWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Boise

    • Cheyenne

    • Salt Lake City

    Correct Answer
    A. Cheyenne
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Cheyenne. Cheyenne is the capital of Wyoming.

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  • 18. 

    AlabamaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Montgomery

    • Augusta

    • Jefferson City

    Correct Answer
    A. Montgomery
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Montgomery because Montgomery is the capital of Alabama.

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  • 19. 

    NebraskaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Lincoln

    • Denver

    • Bismark

    Correct Answer
    A. Lincoln
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Lincoln. Lincoln is the capital of Nebraska.

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  • 20. 

    UtahWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Boise

    • Cheyenne

    • Salt Lake City

    Correct Answer
    A. Salt Lake City
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City is the capital of Utah.

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  • 21. 

    GeorgiaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Atlanta

    • Hartford

    • Boston

    Correct Answer
    A. Atlanta
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Atlanta.

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  • 22. 

    WisconsinWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Austin

    • Des Moines

    • Madison

    Correct Answer
    A. Madison
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Madison because Madison is the capital of Wisconsin.

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  • 23. 

    MontanaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Pierre

    • Helena

    • Olympia

    Correct Answer
    A. Helena
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Helena. Helena is the capital of Montana.

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  • 24. 

    IdahoWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Boise

    • Cheyenne

    • Salt Lake City

    Correct Answer
    A. Boise
    Explanation
    Boise is the correct answer because it is the capital of Idaho. The question asks for the capital of the state, and Boise fits that description. Cheyenne is the capital of Wyoming, and Salt Lake City is the capital of Utah, so they are not the correct answers.

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  • 25. 

    DelawareWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Dover

    • Harrisburg

    • Trenton

    Correct Answer
    A. Dover
    Explanation
    Dover is the correct answer because it is the capital of Delaware.

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  • 26. 

    VirginaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Richmond

    • Albany

    • Raliegh

    Correct Answer
    A. Richmond
    Explanation
    The capital of the state of Virginia is Richmond.

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  • 27. 

    IllinoisWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Indianapolis

    • Jackson

    • Springfield

    Correct Answer
    A. Springfield
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Springfield. Springfield is the capital of Illinois. It is located in the central part of the state and is the sixth most populous city in Illinois. The decision to make Springfield the capital was made in 1837, and it has remained the capital ever since. The city is known for its historical significance, as it was the home of President Abraham Lincoln for many years.

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  • 28. 

    Rhode IslandWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Providence

    • Montiplier

    • Frankfort

    Correct Answer
    A. Providence
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Providence. Providence is the capital of Rhode Island.

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  • 29. 

    LousianaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Nashville

    • Columbus

    • Baton Rouge

    Correct Answer
    A. Baton Rouge
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Baton Rouge because it is the capital of Louisiana.

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  • 30. 

    AirizonaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Oklahoma City

    • Santa Fe

    • Phoenix

    Correct Answer
    A. Phoenix
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Phoenix because it is the capital of Arizona.

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  • 31. 

    MinnesotaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Sacramento

    • Saint Paul

    • Salem

    Correct Answer
    A. Saint Paul
    Explanation
    Saint Paul is the correct answer because it is the capital of Minnesota. The question asks for the capital of the state, and Saint Paul fits that description.

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  • 32. 

    KansasWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Topeka

    • Charleston

    • Carson City

    Correct Answer
    A. Topeka
    Explanation
    Topeka is the correct answer because it is the capital of Kansas.

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  • 33. 

    NevadaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Topeka

    • Charleston

    • Carson City

    Correct Answer
    A. Carson City
    Explanation
    Carson City is the correct answer because it is the capital of Nevada. The question asks for the capital of the state, and Carson City fits this criteria. Topeka and Charleston are capitals of other states and therefore incorrect.

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  • 34. 

    KentuckyWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Providence

    • Montiplier

    • Frankfort

    Correct Answer
    A. Frankfort
    Explanation
    Frankfort is the correct answer because it is the capital of Kentucky.

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  • 35. 

    MichiganWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Little Rock

    • Lansing

    • Tallahassee

    Correct Answer
    A. Lansing
    Explanation
    Lansing is the correct answer because it is the capital of Michigan. The question asks for the capital of the state, and Lansing fits this criterion. Little Rock is the capital of Arkansas, and Tallahassee is the capital of Florida, so they are not relevant to the question.

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  • 36. 

    PennsylvaniaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Dover

    • Harrisburg

    • Trenton

    Correct Answer
    A. Harrisburg
    Explanation
    Harrisburg is the correct answer because it is the capital of Pennsylvania. Dover is the capital of Delaware, and Trenton is the capital of New Jersey.

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  • 37. 

    MassachusettsWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Atlanta

    • Hartford

    • Boston

    Correct Answer
    A. Boston
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Boston because Boston is the capital of Massachusetts. It is the largest city in the state and serves as its political, economic, and cultural center.

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  • 38. 

    New HamshireWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Annapolis

    • Columbia

    • Concord

    Correct Answer
    A. Concord
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Concord. Concord is the capital of New Hampshire.

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  • 39. 

    VermontWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Providence

    • Montiplier

    • Frankfort

    Correct Answer
    A. Montiplier
    Explanation
    Montpelier is the capital of Vermont.

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  • 40. 

    West VirginaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Topeka

    • Charleston

    • Carson City

    Correct Answer
    A. Charleston
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Charleston. Charleston is the capital of West Virginia.

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  • 41. 

    MarylandWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Annapolis

    • Columbia

    • Concord

    Correct Answer
    A. Annapolis
    Explanation
    Annapolis is the capital of Maryland. It is the correct answer because Annapolis has been the capital of Maryland since 1694. It is located on the Chesapeake Bay and is known for its rich history, colonial architecture, and maritime heritage. Annapolis is also home to the United States Naval Academy. Columbia and Concord are not the capitals of Maryland, so they are incorrect answers.

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  • 42. 

    IowaWhat is the Capital of this state? 

    • Austin

    • Des Moines

    • Madison

    Correct Answer
    A. Des Moines
    Explanation
    Des Moines is the capital of Iowa. This can be inferred from the question, which asks for the capital of the state. Austin is the capital of Texas, and Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, so neither of these options is correct for Iowa.

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  • 43. 

    South DakotaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Pierre

    • Helena

    • Olympia

    Correct Answer
    A. Pierre
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Pierre. Pierre is the capital of South Dakota.

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  • 44. 

    New JerseyWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Dover

    • Harrisburg

    • Trenton

    Correct Answer
    A. Trenton
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Trenton. Trenton is the capital of New Jersey.

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  • 45. 

    North CarolinaWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Richmond

    • Albany

    • Raleigh

    Correct Answer
    A. Raleigh
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Raleigh. Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina.

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  • 46. 

    MissouriWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Montgomery

    • Augusta

    • Jefferson City

    Correct Answer
    A. Jefferson City
    Explanation
    Jefferson City is the correct answer because it is the capital of Missouri. The question asks for the capital of the state, and Jefferson City fits this description. Montgomery and Augusta are not the capitals of Missouri, so they are incorrect options.

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  • 47. 

    OhioWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Nashville

    • Columbus

    • Baton Rouge

    Correct Answer
    A. Columbus
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Columbus because it is the capital of Ohio. Nashville is the capital of Tennessee, and Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana.

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  • 48. 

    MaineWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Montgomery

    • Augusta

    • Jefferson City

    Correct Answer
    A. Augusta
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Augusta. Augusta is the capital of the state of Maine.

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  • 49. 

    OregonWhat is the Capital of this state?

    • Sacramento

    • Saint Paul

    • Salem

    Correct Answer
    A. Salem
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Salem. Salem is the capital of Oregon.

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