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Minnesota · State Nickname Quiz

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

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Minnesota's state nickname

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

Why "North Star State"?

"North Star 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
MN
Capital
Saint Paul
Largest city
Minneapolis
Region
Midwest
Admitted to Union
1858
Nickname
North Star State
Electoral votes
10
Bordering states
Iowa, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin

Other Minnesota games

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

More about Minnesota

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

Frequently asked

What is Minnesota's nickname?

North Star State

Is this game free?

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

Can I play other Minnesota quizzes?

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