1 in 5 Americans Has Done This. It's Illegal in 12 States.
Spoiler: it's something you've probably done in the last week without thinking twice.
About this quiz
One in five Americans has done it, and a dozen states say that's a crime. Start with the headline answer, then plunder a treasure chest of weird state laws that prove America is gloriously inconsistent.
Expect 10 multiple-choice questions in the history category. Difficulty is medium. Every question comes with an explanation and a fun fact so you leave smarter than you arrived, even when you whiff it.
What to expect
- 10 questions · one per page, no fluff
- ~5 minutes to play
- Average score is 4.6/10 (46%). Beat the average to rank up.
- Hardest question: only 22% get it right.
- Earn doubloons per correct answer. Perfect round: bonus 50.
- Optional Timed Mode: 20 seconds per question, +50% doubloons.
Frequently asked
- How long does the 1 in 5 Americans Has Done This. It's Illegal in 12 States. quiz take?
- About 5 minutes for 10 questions. No time pressure unless you turn on Timed Mode.
- How hard is it?
- This one's medium. The average player nails 4.6 out of 10. The hardest question only 22% get right.
- Do I need to sign up?
- Nope. Play free, no account required. Your streak and doubloons save to your browser.
- Can I play again?
- Aye, replay anytime. Your personal best is tracked for each quiz — beat your own score.
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