Do you know U.S. geography like the back of your hand? Can you account for all the nooks, creeks and byways of America's backcountry and major cities? Put your knowledge to the test with this here quiz that separates the geography beginners from the pros. Guess directions, square miles, county seats and the like as you mentally trot from east coast to west while visualizing all points in between. That's only about 3,000 miles to imagine. A piece of cake, right? Â
There's a little bit of landmark trivia and a lot of questions about water bodies. Mountain ranges spring up from time to time, and border facts are a guarantee on this quiz. We also touch on history tidbits, highlighting years built and dates formed of America's most prominent geo-markers. Major cities and rustic no man's lands get equal billing on this test of U.S. map wisdom. But no peeking for answers! Just think through the questions. Consider the proximities provided and follow the hints.
After this brief wit fit, you'll be one step closer to ditching your GPS for good. Go on and give it your best go!Â
Which is the most populous U.S. state?
California
California is the 31st state of the union. This west coast state became the most populous state in the early 1960s.
In 1751, the Pennsylvania Provincial Assembly commissioned the Liberty Bell to hang in Philadelphia's State House, which is now named Independence Hall. The bell is a symbol of freedom and was cast in London, England before it was delivered to America in 1752.
The Grand Canyon is one of the natural wonders of the world. It's a huge valley carved by the Colorado River and is located in the northwestern region of Arizona.
The U.S. state of Wyoming lies approximately 865 miles south of Saskatchewan, Canada. Montana lies immediately north of Wyoming, and lines Canada's southern border, as do Washington, Idaho, North Dakota, and Minnesota.
North America is the world's third largest continent and spans nearly 9,400,000 miles. The United States, Canada and Mexico occupy the continent. The island of Greenland is also included.
Great Falls, Montana has been dubbed "Electric City" in recognition of its vast hydroelectric power technologies. It's Montana's second-largest city and lies at the junction of the Sun and Missouri rivers.
The largest single U.S. lake by surface area is Lake Superior, which measures 31,700 square miles. The lake reaches 350 miles long and is one of the five Great Lakes of east-central North America.
Seattle, Washington lies nearly 60 miles north of capital city Olympia. The capital city is named for the Olympic Mountains that are situated in northwestern Washington.
Which state does not border the west coastline of the United States?
Washington
Kentucky
Kentucky lies in the eastern south-central region of the United States. Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and West Virginia border Kentucky's northern territory.
Which is not a river located in the United States?
Moosup River
Mississippi River
Snake River
Seine River
The Seine River measures 483 miles long and is located in Paris, France. The Moosup River spans nearly 24 miles in Rhode Island, and the Snake River flows through the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
Active volcanos are at or near the earth's moving tectonic plates. Mount Hood is Oregon's highest peak and measures nearly 11,240 feet high. This volcano last erupted in the year 1865.
The Sonoran Desert is located in the southeast region of California and the southwest region of Arizona. This desert covers approximately 120,000 square miles.
Yankee Stadium is located in which borough of New York City?
Long Island
Staten Island
Brooklyn
The Bronx
Yankee Stadium was built in 1923 in the South Bronx region of New York City. "The House that Ruth Built" is an alternative name for this baseball monument, which is home to the New York Yankees team.
Indianapolis, Indiana encompasses nine counties, including Hancock, Johnson, Hamilton, Hendricks, Boone, Morgan, Marion, Madison and Shelby counties. The population of Indianapolis is 1,002,000.
Which state does not include the Appalachian Mountains?
Alabama
Virginia
West Virginia
Iowa
The Appalachian Mountains reach approximately 2,000 miles from Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada to Alabama in the United States. The mountain range is also referred to as the "Appalachians."
Alabama and Georgia are the only two U.S. states that border Florida, at the north edge of the state. Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi line Tennessee's southern border.
Fargo is the largest city of North Dakota. Bismarck, North Dakota is the state's capital city. Denver is Colorado state's capital city, and Baton Rouge is Louisiana's capital.
The U.S. state of Wyoming is the country's least populated state. The state has a population of 573,720. Vermont state's population is approximately 50,200 higher at 623,960.
What is the smallest U.S. lake by surface area among the choices?
Devils Lake
Lake Oahe
Utah Lake
Lake Livingston
Lake Livingston, located in the southeast region of Texas, spans 130 square miles. The southern tip of Lake Livingston is approximately 90 miles northeast of Houston.
Which state has the highest elevation point in the United States?
Alaska
Mount McKinley, which is also called "Denali," is North America's highest elevation point. Denali is a mountain peak along the Alaska Range located in the south-central Alaska region.