Test your knowledge about the Land of Enchantment! This quiz will challenge you with questions about New Mexico's geography, history, culture, and notable landmarks.
1. What is the highest point in New Mexico?
Hermit's Peak
Wheeler Peak
Sierra Blanca Peak
Truchas Peak
2. Which river runs through the center of New Mexico?
Canadian River
Pecos River
Rio Grande
San Juan River
3. Which Native American group is represented on the New Mexico state flag?
Mescalero
Zia
Apache
Navajo
4. When did New Mexico become a U.S. state?
1896
1845
1912
1876
5. Which Spanish explorer came to New Mexico in search of cities made of gold?
Hernán Cortés
Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca
Francisco Vázquez de Coronado
Juan de Oñate
6. What notable ancient site can be found in New Mexico?
Mesa Verde National Park
Pueblo Bonito
Chaco Culture National Historical Park
Canyon de Chelly
7. What is the largest city in New Mexico?
Albuquerque
Taos
Las Cruces
Santa Fe
8. Which region is home to Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico?
Basin and Range
Great Plains
Colorado Plateau
Rocky Mountain
9. What is the capital city of New Mexico?
Taos
Santa Fe
Las Cruces
Albuquerque
10. Which desert extends through southern New Mexico?
Great Basin Desert
Mojave Desert
Sonoran Desert
Chihuahuan Desert
11. Which historic trail ended in Santa Fe?
Santa Fe Trail
Appalachian Trail
Mormon Trail
Oregon Trail
12. What is the significance of the Four Corners region?