Nebraska Quiz
Nebraska is in the Midwest. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Lincoln |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | NE |
| Nickname | The Cornhusker State |
| Census region | Midwest |
| Bordering states | South Dakota, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming |
| Statehood | 1867 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 1,961,504 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 77,348 |
Sample questions
Q1What is the postal abbreviation of Nebraska?
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NE
The postal abbreviation of Nebraska is NE.
Q2What is the capital of Nebraska?
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Lincoln
Lincoln is the state capital, while Omaha, on the Missouri River, is Nebraska's largest city.
Q3Which region is Nebraska in?
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Midwest
The Census Bureau places Nebraska in the Midwest region's West North Central division, a swath of the Great Plains stretching toward the Rockies.