Geography
Early Vermont History
Abenaki Tribe
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What is the name of the mountain range that runs through Vermont?

What are the Green Mountains?

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What Native American tribe originally lived in Vermont?

Abenaki

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The Abenaki were part of a larger group of tribes in the northeastern United States. What is this group called?

Algonquian

200

This large lake borders Vermont and New York. What is it called?

Lake Champlain

200

Who were the group of settlers known for their role in Vermont's history during the American Revolution?

Green Mountain Boys

200

What type of homes did the Abenaki traditionally live in?

wigwams

300

Which river forms part of Vermont's eastern border?

Connecticut River

300

In what year did Vermont become the 14th state of the United States?

1791

300

Why did the Abenaki rely on the river?

fishing and transportation

400

Vermont is known for its beautiful forests. What type of tree is Vermont especially famous for?

maple tree

400

This famous Vermonter was a leader of the Green Mountain Boys. Who is he?

Ethan Allen

400

Name a traditional Abenaki craft that involves weaving

basketry

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