State capitals quiz
Test yourself on the 50 US state capitals. Multiple choice with the state highlighted on the map, instant feedback and a list of the ones you missed.
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How to play
The place is highlighted on the map. Choose its capital from four options.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in the state capitals quiz?
50 in the full version. Choose "Quick 10" for a short round.
How is the quiz scored?
Your score is the share of questions answered correctly on the first try. The timer runs from the first question to the last. Your best full-length result is saved only in this browser.
What happens to the ones I miss?
They are listed at the end with links to their fact pages, and you can ask for AI-written memory tips to help them stick.
Which state capitals are hardest?
The ones where a bigger, more famous city is not the capital: Albany (not New York City), Sacramento (not Los Angeles), Tallahassee (not Miami), Springfield (not Chicago), Harrisburg (not Philadelphia), Olympia (not Seattle) and Frankfort (not Louisville).