The United States is a vast and diverse country with stunning landscapes, unique landmarks, and incredible geographical features. From towering mountains to winding rivers, from bustling cities to expansive national parks, America’s geography is full of surprises.
Think you know U.S. geography? Take this quiz and discover 50+ fun facts about the land of the free! 🇺🇸🌎
📝 How to Play:
- Try to answer each question before checking the answers.
- The quiz covers states, mountains, rivers, national parks, and more.
- Scroll down for the answer key and see how well you did!
🏔️ Mountains & Landforms
1️⃣ What is the tallest mountain in the United States?
2️⃣ What mountain range stretches from Canada to New Mexico?
3️⃣ What U.S. mountain is also an active volcano in Washington state?
4️⃣ The Appalachian Mountains stretch from which state in the north to which state in the south?
5️⃣ What is the lowest point in North America, located in California?
🌊 Rivers, Lakes & Oceans
6️⃣ What is the longest river in the United States?
7️⃣ Which river forms the border between Texas and Mexico?
8️⃣ What river carved out the Grand Canyon?
9️⃣ How many Great Lakes are there?
🔟 What is the largest Great Lake by surface area?
1️⃣1️⃣ What ocean lies on the east coast of the United States?
1️⃣2️⃣ What ocean lies on the west coast of the United States?
1️⃣3️⃣ What is the deepest lake in the U.S.?
🏞️ National Parks & Natural Wonders
1️⃣4️⃣ Where is Yellowstone National Park located?
1️⃣5️⃣ What famous geyser can be found in Yellowstone?
1️⃣6️⃣ What U.S. national park is home to the world’s largest active volcano?
1️⃣7️⃣ Where can you find Mount Rushmore?
1️⃣8️⃣ What is the most-visited national park in the U.S.?
🌍 U.S. States & Borders
1️⃣9️⃣ What is the largest U.S. state by land area?
2️⃣0️⃣ What is the smallest U.S. state by land area?
2️⃣1️⃣ What U.S. state has the most coastline?
2️⃣2️⃣ What U.S. state is closest to Russia?
2️⃣3️⃣ What is the only U.S. state that shares a border with only one other state?
2️⃣4️⃣ How many states make up the United States?
2️⃣5️⃣ What two U.S. states are not connected to the mainland?
🏙️ U.S. Cities & Fun Facts
2️⃣6️⃣ What is the capital of the United States?
2️⃣7️⃣ What is the most populous city in the U.S.?
2️⃣8️⃣ What city is known as “The Windy City”?
2️⃣9️⃣ What is the southernmost city in the continental U.S.?
3️⃣0️⃣ In which city would you find the famous Liberty Bell?
3️⃣1️⃣ What is the nickname for New York City?
🎯 Bonus Round: Weird & Wonderful Geography Facts
3️⃣2️⃣ What U.S. state has the most islands?
3️⃣3️⃣ What is the driest place in the United States?
3️⃣4️⃣ Which state has the highest number of lakes?
3️⃣5️⃣ What U.S. desert is the hottest in North America?
3️⃣6️⃣ What U.S. state has the most national parks?
3️⃣7️⃣ What river is known as “The Big Muddy”?
3️⃣8️⃣ Which U.S. state has a rainforest?
3️⃣9️⃣ What is the northernmost state in the U.S.?
4️⃣0️⃣ What is the southernmost state in the U.S.?
4️⃣1️⃣ What is the easternmost state in the U.S.?
4️⃣2️⃣ What is the westernmost state in the U.S.?
📝 Answer Key
Mountains & Landforms:
- Denali (formerly Mount McKinley)
- The Rocky Mountains
- Mount Rainier
- Maine to Georgia
- Death Valley
Rivers, Lakes & Oceans:
6) Missouri River
7) Rio Grande
8) Colorado River
9) Five (Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, Ontario)
10) Lake Superior
11) Atlantic Ocean
12) Pacific Ocean
13) Crater Lake (Oregon)
National Parks & Natural Wonders:
14) Wyoming, Montana, Idaho
15) Old Faithful
16) Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
17) South Dakota
18) Great Smoky Mountains National Park
U.S. States & Borders:
19) Alaska
20) Rhode Island
21) Alaska
22) Alaska
23) Maine
24) 50
25) Alaska and Hawaii
U.S. Cities & Fun Facts:
26) Washington, D.C.
27) New York City
28) Chicago
29) Key West, Florida
30) Philadelphia
31) The Big Apple
Bonus Round: Weird & Wonderful Geography Facts:
32) Alaska
33) Death Valley, California
34) Minnesota
35) The Mojave Desert
36) California (9 national parks)
37) The Mississippi River
38) Alaska (Tongass National Forest)
39) Alaska
40) Hawaii
41) Maine
42) Alaska
🏆 How Did You Score?
✅ 40-50 Correct: Geography Genius! 🌍🏅
✅ 30-39 Correct: Impressive Knowledge! 🎓
✅ 20-29 Correct: Solid Understanding! 👍
✅ 10-19 Correct: Keep Learning! 📚
✅ 0-9 Correct: Time to Study! 📖
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