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Massachusetts · State Nickname Quiz

Launch the State Nickname Quiz mini-game with Massachusetts as the first prompt. Quick facts and links below.

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Massachusetts's state nickname

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Massachusetts's nickname is "Bay State". This page launches the State Nicknames quiz with Massachusetts in rotation — match the nickname to the state.

Why "Bay State"?

"Bay State" was adopted as the official nickname based on a defining feature of the state — its geography, its history, or a notable plant/animal/symbol.

Quick facts

USPS code
MA
Capital
Boston
Largest city
Boston
Region
Northeast
Admitted to Union
1788
Nickname
Bay State
Electoral votes
11
Bordering states
Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont

Other Massachusetts games

→ Massachusetts · Place the State→ Massachusetts · State Capitals Quiz→ Massachusetts · USPS Abbreviation→ Massachusetts · State Flag Quiz

More about Massachusetts

→ Massachusetts state page → Learn the 50 US states → All US states games

Frequently asked

What is Massachusetts's nickname?

Bay State

Is this game free?

Yes — 100% free, no signup, no ads. Just play.

Can I play other Massachusetts quizzes?

Yes — see the sibling games above. Massachusetts appears in every Statedoku mini-game.