Virginia Quiz
Virginia is in the South. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Richmond |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | VA |
| Nickname | The Old Dominion |
| Census region | South |
| Bordering states | North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Maryland |
| Statehood | 1788 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 8,631,393 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 42,775 |
Sample questions
Q1In which year did Virginia become a state?
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1788
Virginia ratified the Constitution in 1788, becoming the tenth state to join the Union, one of the original thirteen colonies.
Q2What is the capital of Virginia?
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Richmond
Richmond is the state capital, while Virginia Beach, on the Atlantic coast, is Virginia's most populous city.
Q3What is the postal abbreviation of Virginia?
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VA
The postal abbreviation of Virginia is VA.