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Top 20 most intriguing New Jersey trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Welcome to New Jersey, the Garden State! With a variety of towns and cities from the hilly and lush northwest to the metropolitan and coastal northeast, New Jersey has something for everyone. Rich in history, culture, and outdoor activities, it's no wonder tourists flock to the state every year. Test your New Jersey knowledge with this trivia template! Learn about famous people, places, and events that have shaped the state and get a better understanding of what makes New Jersey so special. So let's get started and see how much you know about this amazing state!


1) What is the capital of New Jersey?

  • Atlantic City
  • Newark
  • Trenton
  • Princeton

2) When was New Jersey admitted to the Union?

  • 1790
  • 1804
  • 1776
  • 1787

3) What is the official state bird of New Jersey?

  • Red-tailed Hawk
  • American Goldfinch
  • Northern Cardinal
  • Eastern Bluebird

4) What is the official state flower of New Jersey?

  • Dogwood
  • Rose
  • Violet
  • Goldenrod

5) What is the most densely populated county in New Jersey?

  • Essex County
  • Camden County
  • Bergen County
  • Cumberland County

6) New Jersey has how many congressional districts?

  • 10
  • 14
  • 2
  • 6

7) What is the state liquor of New Jersey?

  • Scotch Whiskey
  • Brandy
  • Bourbon
  • Apple Cider

8) What is the official New Jersey state rock?

  • Granite
  • Sandstone
  • Limestone
  • Gneiss

9) What is the length of the Jersey Shore?

  • 50 miles
  • 150 miles
  • 100 miles
  • 200 miles

10) What is the only National Park in New Jersey?

  • Gateway National Park
  • Gateway National Recreation Area
  • Great Falls National Park
  • Great Island National Park

11) Who was the first European to discover New Jersey?

  • Henry Hudson
  • John Cabot
  • Christopher Columbus
  • Jacques Cartier

12) What is the official state fish of New Jersey?

  • Brook Trout
  • Striped Bass
  • Bluefish
  • Atlantic Salmon

13) What county is Liberty State Park located in?

  • Essex
  • Hudson
  • Bergen
  • Morris

14) What is the official state bird of New Jersey?

  • Red-tailed Hawk
  • American Goldfinch
  • Northern Cardinal
  • Eastern Bluebird

15) How many state universities are in New Jersey?

  • 4
  • 7
  • 10
  • 12

16) What is the official state tree of New Jersey?

  • White Oak
  • Red Maple
  • White Pine
  • American Beech

17) What is the official state sport of New Jersey?

  • Soccer
  • Racing
  • Basketball
  • Baseball

18) What is the official state animal of New Jersey?

  • Horse
  • Fox
  • Black Bear
  • Deer

19) What is the official New Jersey state soil?

  • Sandy Loam
  • Clay Loam
  • Silty Clay Loam
  • Loamy Sand

20) Approximately how many counties are in New Jersey?

  • 15
  • 20
  • 25
  • 30

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