Which state has a smaller area?

Delaware is the state with the smallest area among the choices listed. It covers approximately 1,949 square miles, making it the second smallest state in the United States after Rhode Island.

In comparison, South Dakota has a significantly larger area of about 77,000 square miles, while Connecticut encompasses around 5,543 square miles. Rhode Island, though the smallest state overall, has a larger land area than Delaware at about 1,214 square miles. Because of its compact size, Delaware is known for its unique geographical characteristics, which include a relatively flat landscape and proximity to major bodies of water, such as the Delaware River and the Chesapeake Bay.