South Dakota Β· State Nickname Quiz
Launch the State Nickname Quiz mini-game with South Dakota as the first prompt. Quick facts and links below.
South Dakota's nickname is "Mount Rushmore State". This page launches the State Nicknames quiz with South Dakota in rotation β match the nickname to the state.
Why "Mount Rushmore State"?
"Mount Rushmore State" was adopted as the official nickname based on a defining feature of the state β its geography, its history, or a notable plant/animal/symbol.
Quick facts
- USPS code
- SD
- Capital
- Pierre
- Largest city
- Sioux Falls
- Region
- Midwest
- Admitted to Union
- 1889
- Nickname
- Mount Rushmore State
- Electoral votes
- 3
- Bordering states
- Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wyoming
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Frequently asked
What is South Dakota's nickname?
Mount Rushmore State
Is this game free?
Yes β 100% free, no signup, no ads. Just play.
Can I play other South Dakota quizzes?
Yes β see the sibling games above. South Dakota appears in every Statedoku mini-game.