50+ Fun and Challenging US State and Capital Riddles for Kids and Adults

I’m the first president of the United States. I helped America win independence from Britain. Who am I?

I issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, freeing many slaves in rebelling states during the Civil War. Who am I?

I was the 26th president of the United States and promoted the Square Deal domestic policies. Who am I?

I inspired America with my New Deal programs and wartime leadership during the Great Depression and World War II. Who am I?

I was president during the Bay of Pigs Invasion and Cuban Missile Crisis. I tragically died from an assassin’s bullet in 1963. Who am I?

I was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and later became the third president of the United States. Who am I?

I was a founding father, inventor, and diplomat who helped secure French support during the American Revolution. Who am I?

I led the Continental Army to victory in the American Revolution and became the first president of the United States. Who am I?

I was a Native American woman who helped Lewis and Clark as a guide and interpreter on their expedition. Who am I?

I was a suffragist who fought for women's right to vote and co-founded the National Woman Suffrage Association. Who am I?

I was a civil rights leader who delivered the famous 'I Have a Dream' speech during the March on Washington in 1963. Who am I?

I was the 16th president of the United States and led the nation through the Civil War. Who am I?

I was a Union general during the Civil War and later became the 18th president of the United States. Who am I?

I was a pioneer of the women's rights movement and organized the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848. Who am I?

I was a civil rights activist who refused to give up my seat on a bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Who am I?

I’m the largest state in the USA and was admitted as the 49th state in 1959. The capital is Juneau and I’m known for glaciers, northern lights, and abundant wildlife. What state am I?

I’m a Midwestern state nicknamed the Cornhusker State. My capital and largest city is Lincoln. Who am I?

I’m a Southern state that borders Mexico along the Rio Grande. Oil, cattle ranching, and space exploration are important to my economy. What state am I?

I’m an Eastern state home to the Appalachian Mountains. Nashville is my capital and country music hub. What state am I?

I’m a Western coastal state known for the Golden Gate Bridge, Silicon Valley tech companies, wine country, and Hollywood. Name me!

I’m a Northeastern state known for my lobsters, lighthouses, and Acadia National Park. What state am I?

I’m a Southwestern state famous for the Grand Canyon, deserts, and the saguaro cactus. What state am I?

I’m a Midwestern state known as the Land of Lincoln and home to the city of Chicago. What state am I?

I’m a Southern state with a panhandle, known for Disney World, oranges, and the Everglades. What state am I?

I’m a Western state with Yellowstone National Park, geysers, and the Grand Tetons. What state am I?

I’m a Pacific Northwest state known for coffee, rainforests, and Mount Rainier. What state am I?

I’m a Southern state known for jazz music, Mardi Gras, and the Mississippi River. What state am I?

I’m a Rocky Mountain state famous for skiing, the Denver Broncos, and the Rocky Mountains. What state am I?

I’m a Mid-Atlantic state known for the Chesapeake Bay, blue crabs, and the city of Baltimore. What state am I?

I’m a Great Lakes state known for Motown music, the automobile industry, and the city of Detroit. What state am I?

I’m the first president of the United States. I helped America win independence from Britain. Who am I?

I’m an iconic monument in New York Harbor featuring a robed female figure representing liberty. What am I?

I’m a famous canyon carved by the Colorado River in northwest Arizona. My views are breathtaking! What am I?

I’m a patriotic song and the national anthem of the United States since 1931. Francis Scott Key wrote me during the War of 1812. What song am I?

I’m a national symbol of strength and freedom, often seen on the Great Seal of the United States. What bird am I?

I’m a famous national monument carved into a granite cliff in the Black Hills of South Dakota. What am I?

I’m a historic bridge in San Francisco, known for my orange color and spanning the Golden Gate Strait. What am I?

I’m a document that declared the United States independent from Britain on July 4, 1776. What am I?

I’m a patriotic nickname for the United States, often depicted as a tall man with a white beard and a top hat. Who am I?

I’m a national park in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, famous for my geysers, hot springs, and wildlife. What am I?

I’m a historic fort in South Carolina where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. What am I?

I’m a November holiday where family and friends gather to give thanks over a bountiful shared meal. What holiday am I?

Thirteen of me represent the original colonies. Fifty of me represent the states. Name me!

I’m an iconic American landmark that welcomed immigrants arriving in New York Harbor. What am I?

I’m a patriotic song and the national anthem of the United States of America since 1931. Francis Scott Key wrote me during the War of 1812. What song am I?

I’m a majestic bird that serves as a national symbol of the United States. Benjamin Franklin argued I should be the country’s national symbol over the bald eagle. What bird am I?

I’m a patriotic nickname for the United States which is derived from the lyrics of the song 'Hail, Columbia.' What nickname am I?

I’m a symbol of freedom and democracy, often depicted holding a torch and a tablet. What am I?

I’m a flag with 13 stripes and 50 stars, representing the original colonies and the current states. What am I?

I’m a national symbol of strength and freedom, often seen on the Great Seal of the United States. What bird am I?

I’m a document that declared the United States independent from Britain on July 4, 1776. What am I?

I’m a bell in Philadelphia that symbolizes American independence and freedom. What am I?

I’m a national monument carved into a mountain in South Dakota, featuring the faces of four U.S. presidents. What am I?

I’m a patriotic symbol often associated with the American Revolution and the phrase 'Don’t Tread on Me.' What am I?

I’m a national symbol of unity and strength, often depicted with 13 arrows and an olive branch. What am I?

I’m a famous American flag that inspired the national anthem after surviving a battle in 1814. What am I?

I’m a national symbol of hope and freedom, often depicted as a woman wearing a crown of stars. What am I?

I’m the largest state in the USA and was admitted as the 49th state in 1959. My capital is Juneau, and I’m known for glaciers, northern lights, and abundant wildlife. What state am I?

I’m a Midwestern state nicknamed the Cornhusker State. My capital and largest city is Lincoln. Who am I?

I’m a Southern state that borders Mexico along the Rio Grande. Oil, cattle ranching, and space exploration are important to my economy. What state am I?

I’m an Eastern state home to the Appalachian Mountains. Nashville is my capital and country music hub. What state am I?

I’m a Western coastal state known for the Golden Gate Bridge, Silicon Valley tech companies, wine country, and Hollywood. Name me!

I’m a Northeastern state known for my lobsters, lighthouses, and Acadia National Park. What state am I?

I’m a Southwestern state famous for the Grand Canyon, deserts, and the saguaro cactus. What state am I?

I’m a Midwestern state known as the Land of Lincoln and home to the city of Chicago. What state am I?

I’m a Southern state with a panhandle, known for Disney World, oranges, and the Everglades. What state am I?

I’m a Western state with Yellowstone National Park, geysers, and the Grand Tetons. What state am I?

I’m the capital of the United States, but I’m not part of any state. Monuments like the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial are found here. What city am I?

I’m the capital of Texas and known for my live music scene, barbecue, and the University of Texas. What city am I?

I’m the capital of California and home to the California State Capitol Museum. What city am I?

I’m the capital of New York, but I’m not New York City. I’m known for my historic architecture and proximity to the Hudson River. What city am I?

I’m the capital of Illinois and the hometown of Abraham Lincoln. What city am I?

I’m the capital of Florida and known for my historic buildings, southern charm, and nearby beaches. What city am I?

I’m the capital of Colorado and located at the base of the Rocky Mountains. What city am I?

I’m the capital of Arizona and known for my desert climate, cacti, and vibrant art scene. What city am I?

I’m the capital of Massachusetts and one of the oldest cities in the U.S., known for my revolutionary history. What city am I?

I’m the capital of Nevada and known for my casinos, entertainment, and being close to Lake Tahoe. What city am I?

I’m a Southern U.S. city hit hard by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. I’m known for lively jazz music, Creole cuisine, and French influences. What city am I?

I’m an Eastern seaboard city that served as America’s first capital. I’m known for my famous cracked Liberty Bell and cheesesteak sandwiches. What city am I?

I’m a Midwestern city nicknamed 'The Windy City' along the shores of Lake Michigan. I’m home to the Willis Tower skyscraper. What city am I?

I’m a Southwestern city near the Rio Grande River. I’m the largest city in Texas and known for NASA’s mission control center. Name me!

I’m a West Coast city nicknamed 'The City of Angels.' My famous sites include the Griffith Observatory and Hollywood sign. What city am I?

I’m a Pacific Northwest city known for my coffee culture, tech industry, and the Space Needle. What city am I?

I’m a Southern city known as the 'Music City' and home to the Grand Ole Opry. What city am I?

I’m a Southwestern city known for my desert landscape, saguaro cacti, and vibrant art scene. What city am I?

I’m a Midwestern city known for my barbecue, jazz heritage, and the Gateway Arch. What city am I?

I’m a Northeastern city known for my historic Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, and baked beans. What city am I?

I’m a Southern city known for my peaches, Coca-Cola, and the busiest airport in the world. What city am I?

I’m a Western city known for my Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and steep hills. What city am I?

I’m a famous national monument carved into a granite cliff in the Black Hills of South Dakota. What monument am I?

I’m an iconic metal sign with 'HOLLYWOOD' in huge letters representing the U.S. film industry. Where am I located?

I’m a famous canyon carved by the Colorado River in northwest Arizona. My views are breathtaking! What canyon am I?

I’m an iconic monument in New York Harbor featuring a robed female figure representing liberty. What monument am I?

I’m a massive dam on the Colorado River, located between Nevada and Arizona. I provide hydroelectric power and water to the Southwest. What am I?

I’m a historic bridge in San Francisco, known for my orange color and spanning the Golden Gate Strait. What am I?

I’m a national park in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, famous for my geysers, hot springs, and wildlife. What am I?

I’m a historic fort in South Carolina where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. What am I?

I’m a towering monument in Washington, D.C., honoring the first U.S. president. What am I?

I’m a historic battlefield in Pennsylvania where a famous Civil War battle and Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address took place. What am I?

I’m a November holiday where family and friends gather to give thanks over a bountiful shared meal. What holiday am I?

I’m a December holiday where people decorate trees, exchange gifts, and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. What holiday am I?

I’m a July holiday where Americans celebrate independence with fireworks, parades, and barbecues. What holiday am I?

I’m a February holiday where people exchange cards, chocolates, and flowers to celebrate love and friendship. What holiday am I?

I’m an October holiday where people dress up in costumes, carve pumpkins, and go trick-or-treating. What holiday am I?

I’m a January holiday where people make resolutions for the new year and celebrate with countdowns and fireworks. What holiday am I?

I’m a May holiday where Americans honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. What holiday am I?

I’m a September holiday where Americans honor the contributions of workers and the labor movement. What holiday am I?

I’m a March holiday where people wear green, celebrate Irish culture, and enjoy parades. What holiday am I?

I’m a February holiday where Americans honor the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. What holiday am I?