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State Capitals Quiz

by Barney WolfordPublished: September 29, 2026

Think you know your state capitals? This quiz will put your knowledge to the test with questions about the capitals of all 50 states. From the bustling streets of Sacramento to the historic charm of Boston, each question will challenge your memory and understanding of U.S. geography. Let’s see how many you can get right!

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State Capitals Quiz Questions Overview

1. What is the capital of California?

Los Angeles

San Francisco

Sacramento

San Diego

2. Which city is the capital of Texas?

Houston

Austin

Dallas

San Antonio

3. What is the capital of New York?

Buffalo

Rochester

Albany

Syracuse

4. Which city is the capital of Florida?

Miami

Orlando

Tallahassee

Tampa

5. What is the capital of Illinois?

Springfield

Peoria

Rockford

Naperville

6. Which city is the capital of Georgia?

Savannah

Augusta

Atlanta

Macon

7. What is the capital of Ohio?

Cleveland

Cincinnati

Columbus

Toledo

8. Which city is the capital of Pennsylvania?

Philadelphia

Pittsburgh

Harrisburg

Hershey

9. What is the capital of Arizona?

Phoenix

Tucson

Mesa

Scottsdale

10. Which city is the capital of Colorado?

Denver

Boulder

Colorado Springs

Aurora

11. What is the capital of Washington?

Tacoma

Spokane

Olympia

Bellevue

12. Which city is the capital of Massachusetts?

Boston

Worcester

Springfield

Cambridge

13. What is the capital of Michigan?

Ann Arbor

Grand Rapids

Lansing

Flint

14. Which city is the capital of Oregon?

Portland

Eugene

Salem

Bend

15. What is the capital of Nevada?

Reno

Carson City

Henderson

Sparks