Rhode Island Quiz
Rhode Island is in the Northeast. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Providence |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | RI |
| Nickname | The Ocean State |
| Census region | Northeast |
| Bordering states | Connecticut, Massachusetts |
| Statehood | 1790 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 1,097,379 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 1,545 |
Sample questions
Q1In which year did Rhode Island become a state?
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1790
Rhode Island ratified the Constitution in 1790, becoming the last of the original thirteen colonies to join the Union.
Q2What is the postal abbreviation of Rhode Island?
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RI
The postal abbreviation of Rhode Island is RI.
Q3What is the capital of Rhode Island?
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Providence
Providence is the state capital and also Rhode Island's largest city, sitting at the head of Narragansett Bay.