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Top 20 most intriguing Washington D.C. trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Welcome to Washington D.C. - the capital of the United States of America and an epicenter of politics and history. Washington D.C. has been home to the White House, the Supreme Court, and the National Mall since the late 1700s. With its rich history, there is no shortage of fascinating trivia surrounding the nation's capital. From the first president to set up shop in the White House to the secrets of the Library of Congress, you'll learn it all in this trivia template. So, test your knowledge and explore the rich tapestry of historical facts and figures that make up Washington D.C.!


1) What is Washington D.C.’s state flower?

  • Tulip
  • Dogwood
  • Cherry Blossom
  • Daisy

2) What is the elevation of Washington D.C.?

  • 64 feet
  • 50 feet
  • 22 feet
  • 15 feet

3) What is the maximum number of terms a president can serve in office?

  • 10
  • 6
  • 4
  • 8

4) When did Washington D.C. become the U.S. capital?

  • 1790
  • 1850
  • 1820
  • 1776

5) What is the zip code for Washington D.C.?

  • 20218
  • 20010
  • 20110
  • 20001

6) Who wrote the words to the U.S. national anthem?

  • Francis Scott Key
  • Thomas Jefferson
  • John Adams
  • George Washington

7) What year did the Pentagon open?

  • 1942
  • 1947
  • 1941
  • 1949

8) How many stars are on the flag of Washington D.C.?

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

9) What is the name of the stadium where the Washington National's baseball team plays?

  • Capital One Arena
  • Nationals Park
  • Verizon Center
  • FedEx Field

10) What is the name of the White House's official residence?

  • The Mansion
  • The President's House
  • The White House
  • The Residence

11) What is the name of the first hospital in Washington D.C.?

  • George Washington Hospital
  • Georgetown Hospital
  • Walter Reed Hospital
  • Washington Hospital Center

12) What is Washington D.C.’s state bird?

  • Bald Eagle
  • Raven
  • Cardinal
  • Red-tailed Hawk

13) When was the Washington Monument completed?

  • 1865
  • 1885
  • 1854
  • 1848

14) What is the name of the bridge that spans the Potomac River?

  • Arlington Bridge
  • Memorial Bridge
  • Theodore Roosevelt Bridge
  • Key Bridge

15) What is the name of the park in the center of Washington D.C.?

  • Union Square
  • Lincoln Park
  • The Ellipse
  • The National Mall

16) What is the highest court in Washington D.C.?

  • The Supreme Court
  • The High Court
  • The District Court
  • The Court of Appeals

17) What is Washington D.C.’s state tree?

  • Pine
  • Oak
  • Elm
  • Dogwood

18) When did the Washington Metro open?

  • 1976
  • 1986
  • 1956
  • 1966

19) What is the capital of Washington D.C.?

  • Washington
  • Capitol Hill
  • White House
  • Georgetown

20) What is the name of the Washington D.C. professional basketball team?

  • Wizards
  • Capitals
  • Mariners
  • Nationals

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