North & Central America Map Quiz — Find All 23 Countries
North and Central America together contain 23 countries — from the vast United States and Canada in the north, through Mexico, down the Central American isthmus, and across the Caribbean island nations. This free online geography quiz tests your ability to locate every one of them on an interactive map.
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Central America Countries: North to South Order
Memorizing Central America from north to south is the key to this quiz. Starting at the Mexican border: Guatemala (largest Central American country by population), Belize (on the Caribbean coast, English-speaking), Honduras, El Salvador (the only Central American country without a Caribbean coastline), Nicaragua (largest by area), Costa Rica, and finally Panama at the Colombian border.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries are in Central America? ▾
The 7 countries of Central America are: Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. They form a narrow land bridge connecting North and South America between Mexico and Colombia.
What is the smallest country in North America? ▾
Saint Kitts and Nevis (104 sq mi) is the smallest country in North America (and the Western Hemisphere) by area. By population, it is also one of the smallest, with about 50,000 inhabitants. It is a two-island nation in the Caribbean.
What is the difference between Central America and the Caribbean? ▾
Central America refers to the seven mainland countries forming the isthmus between Mexico and South America. The Caribbean refers to the island nations and territories in the Caribbean Sea. Both are part of 'Middle America' geographically, and this quiz covers both regions.
How do I study for the North and Central America map quiz? ▾
Start with the large, easy-to-identify countries (USA, Canada, Mexico). Then learn Central America's 7 nations from north to south: Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama — a useful memory trick is 'Good Boys Have Eaten Nice Cold Pizza.' Then tackle the Caribbean island nations.