by alex
Dive into the rich tapestry of American history, culture, and achievements with this quiz. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious about the United States, these questions will challenge and entertain you. Good luck and have fun!
American Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who was the first President of the United States?
Thomas Jefferson
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
John Adams
2. What is the capital of the United States?
New York City
Los Angeles
Washington, D.C.
Chicago
3. Which document declared the independence of the American colonies from Britain?
The Constitution
The Bill of Rights
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
4. What is the largest state in the United States by area?
Texas
California
Alaska
Montana
5. Who wrote the national anthem of the United States?
Francis Scott Key
Irving Berlin
John Philip Sousa
George M. Cohan
6. Which U.S. state is known as the ‘Sunshine State’?
California
Florida
Hawaii
Arizona
7. What year did the United States land the first man on the moon?
1965
1967
1969
1971
8. Which U.S. state was the last to join the Union?
Alaska
Hawaii
Arizona
New Mexico
9. What is the longest river in the United States?
Mississippi River
Missouri River
Colorado River
Ohio River
10. Who was the main author of the U.S. Constitution?
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
James Madison
Benjamin Franklin
