Michigan Quiz
Michigan is in the Midwest. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Lansing |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | MI |
| Nickname | The Great Lakes State |
| Census region | Midwest |
| Bordering states | Ohio, Indiana, Wisconsin |
| Statehood | 1837 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 10,077,331 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 96,714 |
Sample questions
Q1Which state is smaller than Michigan by area?
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Mississippi
Michigan covers 96,714 square miles, making it the No.11 largest state by total area.
Q2Which state does NOT border Michigan?
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Colorado
Michigan's Lower Peninsula borders Ohio and Indiana to the south, while its Upper Peninsula borders Wisconsin to the west.
Q3What is the capital of Michigan?
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Lansing
Lansing is Michigan's state capital, a smaller city than Detroit, which is the state's largest by population.