Explore U.S. Government, History, Geography, Pop Culture, Symbols & Famous Firsts
This 50 USA General Knowledge Quiz covers U.S. government, history, geography, holidays, symbols, inventions, famous people, and quirky facts. Each question includes four answer choices with the correct answer provided for self-checking.
Comment your score below after tallying your correct answers. Perfect for civics review, classroom competitions, or family game nights. Share this quiz with classmates or friends to challenge each other and learn more about the United States. Great for middle school, high school, and adult learners.
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#1. Who painted “American Gothic”?
#2. What is the name of the famous U.S. military academy in New York?
#3. Which U.S. city is known as “Music City”?
#4. What are the first three words of the U.S. Constitution?
#5. Which fast-food chain is known for the Big Mac?
#6. Who was the first American to win a Nobel Prize?
#7. Which U.S. state is known as “The Last Frontier”?
#8. Which U.S. state was the last to join the Union?
#9. Which U.S. state is known as the “Volunteer State”?
#10. Which U.S. state is known as the “Gem State”?
#11. What is the name of the famous New York City train station with a beautiful celestial ceiling?
#12. How many stars are on the American flag?
#13. What is the name of the famous annual horse race held in Kentucky?
#14. Which U.S. president was assassinated at Ford’s Theatre?
#15. Who was the first woman to serve as U.S. Secretary of State?
#16. What year did the United States land the first man on the moon?
#17. Which U.S. state is famous for producing the most cheese?
#18. Which U.S. president said, “Speak softly and carry a big stick”?
#19. Which U.S. state is the smallest by population?
#20. What year was the U.S. Constitution written?
#21. What is the name of the U.S. national debt clock display located in New York City?
#22. What is the name of the U.S. national anthem?
#23. What is the name of the longest highway in the United States?
#24. Which U.S. city is famous for Mardi Gras celebrations?
#25. What is the name of the U.S. intelligence agency that collects foreign intelligence?
#26. Who was the only U.S. president to serve more than two terms?
#27. Which U.S. president is on the dime?
#28. Which U.S. state is known as the “Breadbasket of America”?
#29. What is the highest civilian award in the United States?
#30. Which U.S. state is known as the “Land of Lincoln”?
#31. Which U.S. city is home to the headquarters of Microsoft?
#32. Which U.S. president was a famous movie actor before taking office?
#33. Which U.S. state is the leading producer of corn?
#34. Which U.S. state is known for the Liberty Bell?
#35. What is the name of the U.S. national personification commonly depicted as a woman in a flowing gown?
#36. What is the name of the famous New York City street known for theaters?
#37. Which U.S. state is home to the Everglades?
#38. Which U.S. state is known as the “Sooners State”?
#39. Who is on the U.S. $100 bill?
#40. Which state is known as the “Bluegrass State”?
#41. What is the name of the U.S. space agency?
#42. What is the national bird of the United States?
#43. What is the name of the U.S. federal holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November?
#44. Who was the first African American Supreme Court Justice?
#45. What does the “D.C.” stand for in Washington, D.C.?
#46. Which U.S. state is known as the “Ocean State”?
#47. What is the most popular sport in the United States by viewership?
#48. What is the official language of the United States?
#49. Which U.S. president is featured on the nickel?
#50. Who wrote the novel “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”?
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