California Facts Quiz

What is the nickname of California?

• The Empire State

• The Lone Star State

• The Golden State

• The Sunshine State

When did California become a state?

• 1950

• 1900

• 1850

• 1800

Which city is the capital of California?

• San Diego

• San Francisco

• Los Angeles

• Sacramento

What is the state bird of California?

• California Valley Quail

• American Robin

• Bald Eagle

• California Condor

Which mountain range is Mount Whitney a part of?

• Appalachian Mountains

• Cascade Range

• Rocky Mountains

• Sierra Nevada

What is the highest peak in the 48 contiguous states?

• Mount Rainier

• Mount Everest

• Mount McKinley

• Mount Whitney

Which desert is located in California?

• Sahara Desert

• Atacama Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Mojave Desert

What is California's largest city?

• San Francisco

• Los Angeles

• San Diego

• Sacramento

Which state borders California to the north?

• Oregon

• Mexico

• Arizona

• Nevada

Where was the hottest temperature in the U.S. recorded?