The Only US State With a One-Syllable Name
Most people guess wrong on the first try.
About this quiz
Out of all 50 states, exactly one clocks in at a single syllable. After you nail it, we're plundering the rest of America's weirdest state-name trivia, from longest to oldest to flat-out unpronounceable.
Expect 10 multiple-choice questions in the geography 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 5.3/10 (53%). Beat the average to rank up.
- Hardest question: only 28% 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 The Only US State With a One-Syllable Name 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 5.3 out of 10. The hardest question only 28% 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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