North Dakota Quiz
North Dakota is in the Midwest. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Bismarck |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | ND |
| Nickname | The Peace Garden State |
| Census region | Midwest |
| Bordering states | Minnesota, South Dakota, Montana |
| Statehood | 1889 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 779,094 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 70,698 |
Sample questions
Q1Which state is larger than North Dakota by area?
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Minnesota
North Dakota covers 70,698 square miles, making it the No.19 largest state by total area.
Q2In which year did North Dakota become a state?
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1889
North Dakota joined the Union in 1889, admitted the same day as South Dakota alongside Montana and Washington.
Q3Which region is North Dakota in?
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Midwest
The Census Bureau places North Dakota in the Midwest region's West North Central division, bordering Canada to the north.