🌎 American Flags Quiz
Discover all 35 country flags of North, Central, and South America
The Diversity of American Flags
The American double continent stretches from the Arctic to Antarctica and includes 35 sovereign states. From Canada’s vast plains to the tropical Caribbean islands and the majestic Andes of South America – each country has its unique national flag with a fascinating history.
American flags reflect rich colonial history, indigenous cultures, and modern identities. Many flags show influences of European colonial powers, while others proudly display pre-Columbian symbols and colors.
Why Learn American Flags?
- Geographic understanding: Learn the locations and names of all American countries
- Historical insights: Understand colonial and post-colonial history
- Cultural education: Discover diversity from North to South America
- Travel preparation: Perfect for America travelers and globetrotters
Special Features of American Flags
Stars and Stripes: The USA has the most iconic American flag with 50 stars and 13 stripes. Similar designs appear in many Central American countries such as Honduras, Nicaragua, and El Salvador.
Tricolors: Many South American countries like Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador use horizontal stripes, often inspired by their independence struggles against Spanish colonial rule.
Indigenous symbols: Mexico’s flag shows an eagle on a cactus – an Aztec symbol. Bolivia uses the Wiphala pattern representing indigenous culture.
North American Flags
The three major nations of North America have very different flags: Canada’s red maple leaf, the USA’s Stars and Stripes, and Mexico’s tricolor with the national coat of arms.
Caribbean Flags
The Caribbean offers a fascinating mix of small island nations with colorful, creative flag designs. Many feature tropical colors and maritime symbols.
South American Flags
South America has 12 sovereign states, many with horizontally striped flags. Yellow, blue, and red dominate, often as a legacy of the Gran Colombia confederation.
Ready for the America Flags Quiz?
Test your knowledge of all 35 American country flags from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego!
🚩 Start the Flag QuizFrequently Asked Questions About American Flags
How many countries are in America?
The American double continent has 35 sovereign states: 3 in North America, 7 in Central America, 13 in the Caribbean, and 12 in South America.
Which American flag is the oldest?
The flag of the USA (since 1777) is one of the oldest still-used national flags in the Americas, although it has been modified multiple times.
Why do many South American flags share similar colors?
Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador share the colors yellow, blue, and red – a legacy of Gran Colombia, the original post-colonial confederation.
What does the maple leaf on the Canadian flag symbolize?
The red maple leaf has been a national symbol of Canada since the 18th century and represents the country’s nature and unity.
List of All American Countries
North America (3 Countries)
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- 🇺🇸 USA
- 🇲🇽 Mexico
Central America (7 Countries)
- 🇧🇿 Belize
- 🇨🇷 Costa Rica
- 🇸🇻 El Salvador
- 🇬🇹 Guatemala
- 🇭🇳 Honduras
- 🇳🇮 Nicaragua
- 🇵🇦 Panama
Caribbean (13 Countries)
- 🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda
- 🇧🇸 Bahamas
- 🇧🇧 Barbados
- 🇨🇺 Cuba
- 🇩🇲 Dominica
- 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
- 🇬🇩 Grenada
- 🇭🇹 Haiti
- 🇯🇲 Jamaica
- 🇰🇳 St. Kitts and Nevis
- 🇱🇨 St. Lucia
- 🇻🇨 St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
South America (12 Countries)
- 🇦🇷 Argentina
- 🇧🇴 Bolivia
- 🇧🇷 Brazil
- 🇨🇱 Chile
- 🇨🇴 Colombia
- 🇪🇨 Ecuador
- 🇬🇾 Guyana
- 🇵🇾 Paraguay
- 🇵🇪 Peru
- 🇸🇷 Suriname
- 🇺🇾 Uruguay
- 🇻🇪 Venezuela