- 1. New Jersey, often referred to as the 'Garden State', is a small but densely populated state located in the Northeastern region of the United States. Bordered by New York to the north and east, Pennsylvania to the west, and Delaware to the southwest, it boasts a rich history and diverse landscape. Known for its vibrant cities such as Newark and Jersey City, as well as its picturesque landscapes that range from the sandy shores of the Atlantic coastline to the lush hills of the Highlands, New Jersey offers a unique blend of urban and rural experiences. The state played a critical role during the American Revolutionary War, with numerous battles fought on its soil, and it continues to be a melting pot of cultures, attracting people from various backgrounds. Additionally, New Jersey is famous for its boardwalks, diners, and diverse cuisine, particularly its iconic pizza and bagels. Home to a number of prestigious institutions and a prominent workforce, it consistently ranks among the top states in education and economic stability, making it a vital part of the U.S. landscape.
What is the capital of New Jersey?
A) Atlantic City
B) Jersey City
C) Newark
D) Trenton
- 2. Which famous inventor is associated with Menlo Park, New Jersey?
A) Nikola Tesla
B) Benjamin Franklin
C) Thomas Edison
D) Alexander Graham Bell
- 3. What is the nickname of New Jersey?
A) The Empire State
B) The Bay State
C) The Sunshine State
D) The Garden State
- 4. Which one of these borders New Jersey to the east?
A) Lake Michigan
B) Pacific Ocean
C) Atlantic Ocean
D) Mississippi River
- 5. Which professional sports team is based in New Jersey?
A) New York Yankees
B) Philadelphia Eagles
C) New Jersey Devils
D) Boston Celtics
- 6. What is the highest point in New Jersey?
A) Pikes Peak
B) Mount Washington
C) Mount Everest
D) High Point
- 7. Which famous singer was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey?
A) Whitney Houston
B) Frank Sinatra
C) Jon Bon Jovi
D) Bruce Springsteen
- 8. The NFL team, the New York Jets, play their home games in which New Jersey stadium?
A) Gillette Stadium
B) MetLife Stadium
C) Yankee Stadium
D) Lincoln Financial Field
- 9. Which amusement park located in New Jersey is known for its Kingda Ka roller coaster?
A) Disneyland
B) Six Flags Great Adventure
C) Universal Studios
D) Cedar Point
- 10. What is the major industry in New Jersey known as 'The Pharmaceutical State'?
A) Agriculture
B) Pharmaceuticals
C) Automotive
D) Technology
- 11. Which university is the largest in New Jersey by student population?
A) Drew University
B) Rutgers University
C) Princeton University
D) Seton Hall University
- 12. In what year did New Jersey become the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights?
A) 1776
B) 1803
C) 1789
D) 1821
- 13. Which Jersey-based TV show first aired in 2009 and centered around a group of friends living together?
A) Supernatural
B) Jersey Shore
C) Stranger Things
D) The Sopranos
- 14. Which beach town in New Jersey is known for its boardwalk featuring casinos and resorts?
A) Atlantic City
B) Wildwood
C) Cape May
D) Asbury Park
- 15. What is the length of the New Jersey coastline?
A) 50 miles
B) 85 miles
C) 130 miles
D) 200 miles
- 16. Which New Jersey city is known for being the location of the headquarters of Campbell Soup Company?
A) Newark
B) Camden
C) Trenton
D) Jersey City
- 17. Which famous actor known for his role in 'Die Hard' was born in Cumberland, New Jersey?
A) Denzel Washington
B) Bruce Willis
C) Leonardo DiCaprio
D) Tom Hanks
- 18. What famous shipyard in New Jersey built the SS United States in 1952?
A) Bethlehem Shipbuilding Corporation
B) Newport News Shipbuilding
C) General Dynamics Electric Boat
D) Kaiser Shipyards
- 19. New Jersey is known as the 'Garden State' due to its history in?
A) Fishing
B) Agriculture
C) Forestry
D) Mining
- 20. What is the most populous city in New Jersey?
A) Jersey City
B) Newark
C) Paterson
D) Trenton
- 21. Which famous New Jersey actor starred in 'The Wolf of Wall Street' and 'Titanic'?
A) Leonardo DiCaprio
B) Robert De Niro
C) Morgan Freeman
D) Al Pacino
- 22. Which river separates New Jersey and Pennsylvania?
A) Potomac River
B) Delaware River
C) Connecticut River
D) Hudson River
- 23. What is the state fish of New Jersey?
A) Brook Trout
B) Rainbow Trout
C) Striped Bass
D) Flounder
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