Connecticut Quiz
Connecticut is in the Northeast. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Hartford |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | CT |
| Nickname | The Constitution State |
| Census region | Northeast |
| Bordering states | New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island |
| Statehood | 1788 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 3,605,944 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 5,543 |
Sample questions
Q1What is the postal abbreviation of Connecticut?
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CT
The postal abbreviation of Connecticut is CT.
Q2In which year did Connecticut become a state?
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1788
Connecticut became the 5th state in 1788, one of the original thirteen colonies that ratified the US Constitution.
Q3Which state does NOT border Connecticut?
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West Virginia
Connecticut borders New York to the west, Massachusetts to the north, and Rhode Island to the east, all three fellow original colonies.