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What is the capital of Connecticut?
What is the capital of Connecticut?
What is the capital of Delaware?
What is the capital of Delaware?
What is the capital of Georgia?
What is the capital of Georgia?
What is the capital of Maryland?
What is the capital of Maryland?
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What is the capital of Massachusetts?
What is the capital of Massachusetts?
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What is the capital of New Hampshire?
What is the capital of New Hampshire?
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What is the capital of New Jersey?
What is the capital of New Jersey?
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What is the capital of New York?
What is the capital of New York?
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What is the capital of North Carolina?
What is the capital of North Carolina?
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What is the capital of Pennsylvania?
What is the capital of Pennsylvania?
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What is the capital of Rhode Island?
What is the capital of Rhode Island?
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What is the capital of South Carolina?
What is the capital of South Carolina?
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What is the capital of Virginia?
What is the capital of Virginia?
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The thirteen colonies belonged to ____.
The thirteen colonies belonged to ____.
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The thirteen colonies became the United States in ____.
The thirteen colonies became the United States in ____.
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A region of land under the control of another country is called a ____.
A region of land under the control of another country is called a ____.
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Many of the 13 colonies were named after English ____.
Many of the 13 colonies were named after English ____.
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Many colonies were founded for ____ reasons or to make money for the mother country.
Many colonies were founded for ____ reasons or to make money for the mother country.
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Study Notes
Thirteen Colonies Overview
- The thirteen colonies were territories established by England on the North American continent.
- These colonies eventually declared independence and became the United States in 1776.
Individual Colonies
- Connecticut: Part of New England, known for its puritan roots and a key role in the development of democracy in America.
- Delaware: First state to ratify the U.S. Constitution; key location for trade and settlements.
- Georgia: Founded as a social experiment to rehabilitate debtors and serve as a buffer against Spanish Florida.
- Maryland: Established as a haven for English Catholics seeking religious freedom.
- Massachusetts: Prominent for its role in the early stages of American history, including the Pilgrims and the Boston Tea Party.
- New Hampshire: Known for its early settlement and as the first colony to have its own constitution.
- New Jersey: Initially part of New York; became a separate colony with a diverse population.
- New York: Originally a Dutch colony (New Amsterdam) before English conquest; significant commercial center.
- North Carolina: Known for its agricultural economy and later played a role in the Revolutionary War.
- Pennsylvania: Founded by William Penn as a haven for Quakers; promoted religious tolerance and democratic principles.
- Rhode Island: Established for religious freedom by dissenters from Massachusetts, known for its open-minded policies.
- South Carolina: Economically reliant on plantation agriculture and the slave trade, it was one of the wealthiest colonies.
- Virginia: The first colony, founded for commercial interests, and influential in American politics.
Colonial Characteristics
- Most colonies derived names from English rulers, reflecting the monarchy's influence during colonization.
- Many colonies were established for religious reasons but also aimed to generate profit for England.
- A colony is a region controlled by a foreign power, highlighting the political dynamics of the time.
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Test your knowledge of the 13 original colonies in America with this informative map quiz. Each card presents a different colony, helping you learn their locations and significance. Perfect for students and history enthusiasts!
