Nevada Quiz
Nevada is in the West. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Carson City |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | NV |
| Nickname | The Silver State |
| Census region | West |
| Bordering states | Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, California |
| Statehood | 1864 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 3,104,614 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 110,572 |
Sample questions
Q1Which region is Nevada in?
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West
The Census Bureau places Nevada in the West region's Mountain division, though most of the state lies within the arid Great Basin.
Q2What is the postal abbreviation of Nevada?
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NV
The postal abbreviation of Nevada is NV.
Q3Which state is larger than Nevada by area?
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Texas
Nevada covers 110,572 square miles, making it the No.7 largest state by total area.