United StatesQuestion 94 (2008 list) · Geography
What is the capital of the United States?
- aNew York City
- bWashington, D.C.Correct answer
- cPhiladelphia
- dBoston
Why?
The capital of the United States is Washington, D.C., and it has been the capital since 1800. New York City and Philadelphia were capitals before that.
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