What is the capital of Virginia?
AnswerRichmond
Richmond has been Virginia's capital since 1780.
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7 fact-checked facts about Virginia's geography, history and landmarks, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
What is Virginia's traditional nickname?
AnswerThe Old Dominion
Charles II is said to have given it the name for its loyalty to the crown.
Going deeper
Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in America, was founded in which year?
Answer1607
Jamestown was founded in 1607 on the James River.
Monticello was the home of which president?
AnswerThomas Jefferson
Jefferson designed Monticello himself.
The Pentagon is located in which Virginia county?
AnswerArlington
The Pentagon stands in Arlington County.
Expert level
What is the highest point in Virginia?
AnswerMount Rogers
Mount Rogers rises to about 5,729 feet.
In which year did West Virginia become a separate state?
Answer1863
West Virginia split from Virginia during the Civil War and became a state in 1863.
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