By BrainFall Staff - Updated: March 15, 2024
If you’ve ever found yourself bragging about braving blizzards with nothing but a flannel and a steely resolve, or if “wicked” is your go-to modifier for all things from pies to nor’easters, you might just bleed New England clam chowder. The air gets crisper, the leaves turn a picturesque hue of amber, and the inexplicable urge to apple pick or carve pumpkins surges within you—it’s not just autumn, it’s peak New England! But just how deep do those regional roots go?
No need to consult the Farmer’s Almanac to figure out if you’re more Boston than beans or if you pronounce ‘chowder’ with that distinctive charm. Get ready to put your New England credentials to the test with the “How New England Are You?” quiz. It’s time to find out if your essence is more maple syrup than molasses, if your vernacular has a hint of that infamous R-dropping accent, or if you’ve mastered the artful dance of driving in a rotary. So grab a Dunkin’ Donut in one hand, click with the other, and let’s discover just how much New England runs through your veins!
Why you should take this quiz
Ever wondered how your spirit vibes with the salty breeze of the Atlantic or if you’re as resilient as the maple trees enduring those New England winters? Taking the How New England Are You? quiz is your chance to find out!
- For the Culture Vultures: Explore whether you’re tuned into the symphony of New England, from clam bakes to Patriots games.
- Local or Tourist?: Discover if your knowledge goes beyond thinking Massachusetts is just hard to spell.
- Gastronomy Test: Are you all about that chowdah life or does the idea of lobster rolls leave you cold?
Here’s why embracing your inner New Englander with this quiz is wicked awesome:
- Mingle with the Vernacular: Learn if you ‘pahk the cah’ like a local or stick out like a sore thumb.
- Check Your Seasons Savvy: Gauge if you can handle all four seasons in a day — because in New England, it’s possible.
- Delightful for all: Whether you’re a native, a frequent visitor, or just love the sound of ‘wicked pissa’, this quiz is a fun jaunt through the Northeast.
You might find you’re as New England as Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, or maybe you’ve got some exploring to do. So, go on—wrap yourself in that imaginary flannel and let’s get quizzing!
Do you wear shorts in subfreezing temperatures? Do you sneer and jeer at Manhattan’s obviously inferior chowder? How New England are you?
