New Hampshire Quiz
New Hampshire is in the Northeast. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Concord |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | NH |
| Nickname | The Granite State |
| Census region | Northeast |
| Bordering states | Vermont, Maine, Massachusetts |
| Statehood | 1788 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 1,377,529 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 9,349 |
Sample questions
Q1In which year did New Hampshire become a state?
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1788
New Hampshire ratified the Constitution in 1788, becoming the ninth state and providing the deciding vote that put the Constitution into effect.
Q2Which region is New Hampshire in?
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Northeast
The Census Bureau places New Hampshire in the Northeast region's New England division, among the smallest and oldest group of states.
Q3Which state is larger than New Hampshire by area?
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Virginia
New Hampshire covers 9,349 square miles, making it the No.46 largest state by total area.