Red Jacket met with other Seneca leaders in Big Tree in 1797 because people wanted to by Seneca land in western New York. What is Big Tree known as today? (hint: Ms. Hoffman's college!)
Geneseo
100
What navy stopped American ships from trading with France?
British
200
Who was the Seneca Leader who said "to own such territory means everything to us"? He was talking about not selling the Native American lands to the settlers
Red Jacket
200
Name one of the 3 goals of the Constitution
1) Form a strong government
2) Protect people's freedoms
3) Improve people's lives
200
After Big Tree the Seneca agreed to sell what to the settlers?
land
200
What is the nickname of New York State?
the Empire State
300
What is the name of the first ten amendments to the Constitution that protect many things including the freedom of religion?
Bill of Rights
300
This city in central New York became important because it was built on the starting point of the Genesee Road, which led to New York's western frontier. What is the name of this city?
Utica
300
Where was the first capital of the United States located?
New York City
400
Who was the first governor of New York State?
George Clinton
400
What was the name of the meeting where the Constitution was discussed and signed?
the Constitutional Convention
400
The 2nd most populated city in New York became so important because it was located on Lake Erie, so it became a trading center. What is the name of this city?
Buffalo
400
Who was the former African American slave who became the first non Native American became a settler in Buffalo?
Joseph Hodge
500
Who's house was the only one remaining after the British burned down the city of Buffalo during the War of 1812?
Margaret St. John
500
The Constitution prevents any of the 3 branches of government from becoming too powerful. What branch of the government does the president belong in?
the Executive branch
500
Which town grew up around the Genesee River?
Rochester
500
What tool did most settlers bring to upstate New York because it was covered in thick woods that had not yet been cleared?