Connecticut Quiz

Connecticut is in the Northeast. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.

Outline map of Connecticut

CapitalHartford
Postal abbreviationCT
NicknameThe Constitution State
Census regionNortheast
Bordering statesNew York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island
Statehood1788
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.