Early Rhode Island
What did the colonists from England bring with them?
The American colonies brought their cloth, furniture, knives, guns, and kitchen utensils from England.
What caused the Sugar Act to begin?
The Sugar Act began to stop the illegal trade of sugar and molasses.
When was the State House built?
The State House was built from 1895-1904.
Where is the location of the Rhode Island State House?
Providence
What is Rhode Island's State Flag?
Rhode Island's State flag is the Hope Flag
What items were brought to Rhode Island by ships?
Sugar, molasses, and remaining captives were brought to Rhode Island.
What caused the Stamp Act to begin?
The Stamp Act began because the British needed to make money for the Army.
What happened to the Independent Man in 1899?
In 1899 the Independent Man was struck by lightening 27 times.
Who is the Secretary of State for Rhode Island ?
The Secretary of State for Rhode Island is Gregg Amore.
What is Rhode Island's state Tree?
Rhode Island's state Tree is a Red Maple Tree.
What Year was Rhode Island founded?
Rhode Island was founded in the year 1636.
What were the roles Rhode Island women fulfilled during the American Revolution?
(Give atleast 2-3 examples of what the roles Rhode Island women fullfilled)
The Rhode Island women lead households, gave food for soldiers, took part in boycotts against British goods, nurse hurt soldiers, act as spies, and even wanted to fight in war with men.
What is the Independent Man made out of?
The Independent Man is made out of glided bronze ( bronze with gold leaf) by hand.
What does the Senate do?
The Rhode Island senators serve on the committe introducing bills and creating laws.
What is Rhode Island's State bird?
Rhode Island's State bird is the Rhode Island Red Chicken.
The Rhode Island colony was the first to guarantee freedom of what?
Rhode Island colony was guaranteed freedom of worship.
When did the American Revolution begin?
The American War began on April 19, 1775.
How old is the oldest book in the State House?
The oldest book in the State House is from 1750.
What is the executive branch?
The executive branch is responsible for carrying out laws.
What was the earliest symbol of the colony?
The earliest symbol was an Anchor.
Who was Roger Williams?
Roger Williams was a English colonist in New England, and was the founder of the colony of Rhode Island and pioneer of religious liberty.
What is the Boston Tea Party?
The Boston Tea Party is when 342 chests of tea were poured into the harbor from ships.
How many lightbulbs are in the Chandelier
There are 162 lightbulbs in the chandelier.
What is the Judicial branch?
The Judicial branch decides what the laws means and how to apply them to the world.
Was Rhode Island apart of the thirteen colonies?
Yes Rhode Island was the last colony the thirteenth colony.