Maryland Quiz
Maryland is in the South. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Annapolis |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | MD |
| Nickname | The Old Line State |
| Census region | South |
| Bordering states | Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware |
| Statehood | 1788 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 6,177,224 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 12,406 |
Sample questions
Q1Which state does NOT border Maryland?
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South Carolina
Maryland borders Virginia and West Virginia to the south and west, Pennsylvania to the north, and Delaware across its narrow eastern shore.
Q2In which year did Maryland become a state?
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1788
Maryland became the 7th state in 1788, one of the original thirteen colonies that ratified the US Constitution.
Q3What is the postal abbreviation of Maryland?
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MD
The postal abbreviation of Maryland is MD.