Which U.S. state’s capital city shares its name with the fourth President of the United States?
Wisconsin
Mississippi
Nebraska
Missouri
Fact: Wisconsin’s capital is Madison, named in 1836 to honor James Madison, the fourth U.S. President. The choice reflected settlers’ and lawmakers’ deep respect for Madison’s legacy as a Founding Father and came just a decade after his death. Revered as the “Father of the Constitution” and a chief architect of the Bill of Rights, Madison embodied the democratic ideals the young territory sought to embrace. Naming the new capital after him not only paid tribute to his contributions but also lent prestige and legitimacy to the brand-new city.
Correct Answer: Wisconsin