Quiz-Tree

Western States

Tall mountains, wide deserts, and island shores: how well do you know the American West? These quizzes roam the western states, each with its own trivia round.

Western States Trivia

Each quiz centers on a single state, from Alaska and Arizona to California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. You will tackle fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, and true or false questions about capitals, nicknames, famous natives, and natural wonders. You will learn that the shopping cart was invented in Oklahoma, that the first word spoken from the moon was the name of a Texas city, and that Hawaii is the only state to grow coffee commercially.

These sets sit at an intermediate level and make a wide-ranging region easy to explore, where desert states that skip Daylight Saving sit alongside island shores and high mountain peaks. With a quiz for each state, you can wander the map at your own pace, and each quiz pairs capitals and nicknames with the natural wonders and oddities that define the West.

Did You Know?

Nevada's nickname does not match its biggest export. Despite being called the Silver State, it actually leads the country in gold production, an irony that surprises almost everyone.

Alaska's state flag has a remarkable origin. It was designed by Bennie Benson when he was just 13 years old, making it one of the very few flags created by a child.

How the Quizzes Work

Each quiz is short, about five minutes, and you can repeat any of the 14 sets whenever you want a state's facts to stick. Moving one state at a time makes the largest region in the country feel manageable, and there is always another round of surprises waiting. Ready to explore the West? Explore the free interactive geography quizzes and choose a state.

2. Alaska Fun Facts

Test what you know about the largest US state with these 12 Alaska questions. The mix includes fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, and true-or-false, so you might answer "What is the capital of Alaska?" one moment and decide whether the capital really can only be reached by plane or boat the next. It is friendly trivia that anyone can jump into, no prep needed. A detail that surprises most people: Alaska's state flag was designed by Bennie Benson when he was just 13 years old. You will also run into the coldest temperature ever recorded there, which dropped all the way to 80 degrees below zero.

score: 66% (everyone)

3. Arizona Fun Facts

This 12-question quiz is packed with trivia about Arizona, the Grand Canyon State. You will answer fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts like What is the capital of Arizona? and What do you call the people from Arizona?, so it is a fun way to get to know the state. The fact that surprises most people is that Arizona is one of the few states that does not change its clocks for Daylight Saving Time, so it keeps the same hours all year. You will also meet its tallest peak and its most abundant mineral. Recommended level: intermediate.

score: 78% (everyone)

5. California Fun Facts

This 11-question trivia quiz covers California, the Golden State and the most populous in the country. You will work through fill-in-the-blank and true or false prompts, like What is the largest city in California? and What is the official state animal of California?, so it is a lively state overview. One thing that catches people out is which city is actually the capital, since it is not the biggest or most famous one in the state. You will also learn just how much wine California produces in a single year. Recommended level: intermediate.

score: 77% (everyone)

6. Colorado Fun Facts

This 12-question trivia quiz explores Colorado, the Centennial State high up in the Rockies. It mixes fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts like What is the capital city of Colorado? and What do you call the people from Colorado?, so it is a friendly tour of the state. A fact that tends to stick is that Colorado is home to the world's largest flat-topped mountain, which is not something most people picture when they think of the area. You will also find out what the name Colorado actually means. Recommended level: intermediate.

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14. Hawaii Fun Facts

Explore Hawaii, the only US state made entirely of islands, in this 11-question trivia quiz. You will tackle fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts such as What island in Hawaii is privately owned? and Hawaii is comprised of ___ main islands., so it doubles as a mini geography lesson. A surprising point is that Hawaii is the only state where coffee is grown commercially, and it keeps its own time without ever shifting for Daylight Saving. You will even come across the only royal palace on US soil. Recommended level: beginner to intermediate.

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15. Idaho Fun Facts

Test your knowledge of Idaho, the Gem State, with this 10-question trivia quiz. It combines fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, and you will see questions like What waterfall in Idaho is known as the Niagara of the West? and What do you call the people from Idaho? along the way. Living up to its nickname, Idaho is one of only two places on Earth, the other being India, where you can find a rare gem called the star garnet. You will also bump into a wonderfully odd law about giving away candy. Recommended level: intermediate.

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29. Montana Fun Facts

Montana, the Treasure State, takes center stage in this 10-question trivia quiz. It mixes fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts like What is the largest city in Montana? and Who were the first inhabitants of the state of Montana?, so it is easy to settle into. A neat geography fact is that Montana's rivers and streams drain toward three different oceans, which is unusual for a single state. You will also learn about its grizzly bear population and the famous national park it shares with Wyoming. Recommended level: intermediate.

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31. Nevada Fun Facts

Here is a 9-question trivia quiz on Nevada, the Silver State. It combines fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts such as What is the capital of Nevada? and What is the largest city in Nevada?, so it is a quick state tour. Here is the irony: even though it is called the Silver State, Nevada actually leads the country in gold production. You will also meet a highway nicknamed the loneliest in America and a resort that sits in two states at once. Recommended level: intermediate.

score: 60% (everyone)

34. New Mexico Fun Facts

Brush up on New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment, with these 10 trivia questions. The quiz combines fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with questions like What is the capital of New Mexico? and Name New Mexico's state flower whose leaves can be made into ropes., so it is a relaxed tour. A surprising detail is that the white sand at White Sands National Monument is not ordinary sand at all, but tiny gypsum crystals. You will also hear about a huge hot air balloon festival and the oldest government building in the country. Recommended level: intermediate.

score: 78% (everyone)

39. Oklahoma Fun Facts

Dive into Oklahoma trivia with this 11-question quiz on the Sooner State. The quiz pairs fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts like What is the largest city and the capital of Oklahoma? and The name Oklahoma was derived from Choctaw words that mean ___., so it is a relaxed overview. A handy everyday fact is that the shopping cart was invented in Oklahoma back in the 1930s. You will also learn what locals call the world's tallest hill and who designed the first yield sign. Recommended level: intermediate.

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45. Texas Fun Facts

This 12-question quiz is all about Texas, the Lone Star State. It combines fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts like What is the capital of Texas? and What drink was invented in Waco, Texas?, so it is a lively overview. A memorable fact is that the very first word spoken from the surface of the moon in 1969 was the name of a Texas city. You will also learn how many national flags have flown over Texas and about a ranch larger than an entire state. Recommended level: intermediate.

score: 64% (everyone)

46. Utah Fun Facts

This 10-question trivia quiz visits Utah, the Beehive State. The quiz blends fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with questions like What is the capital of Utah? and Kanab is referred to as Utah's ___., so it is a relaxed read for newcomers to the state. A fact worth knowing is that Utah is home to Rainbow Bridge, the largest natural bridge in the world. You will also learn what the state's name actually means, which town served as its first capital, and why one small town is nicknamed Little Hollywood. Recommended level: intermediate.

score: 55% (everyone)

49. Washington Fun Facts

This 12-question quiz spotlights Washington, the Evergreen State. It combines fill-in-the-blank and true or false items, with prompts like What is the capital of Washington? and What popular game was invented in Washington?, so it is a fun overview. A surprising stat is that Washington grows the vast majority of the country's red raspberries, far more than any other state. You will also learn which famous coffee chain started in Seattle, which tech founder was born there, and why people sometimes mix the state up with the nation's capital. Recommended level: intermediate.

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52. Wyoming Fun Facts

This quiz covers Wyoming in 11 questions, moving between fill-in-the-blank lines, a handful of short-answer prompts, and a few true-or-false statements. You might see What is the highest point in Wyoming? or What do you call the people from Wyoming?, so it works nicely as a quick state refresher. Here is a fact that catches people off guard: the JC Penney chain got its start in the small town of Kemmerer, Wyoming, where the very first store opened. A giant retail name tracing back to a quiet Wyoming town is easy to forget. Recommended level: beginner to intermediate.

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