The Geography of North America
What are the two major Mountain Ranges in North America?
Appalachian Mountains in the East and the Rocky Mountains in the West
What did the Native Americans use Bison’s for?
They used their bison hides for clothing and shelter, bones for tools or decorations, and the meat for food.
When was the Continental Congress formed?
1774
What 2 new states were admitted into the United States in 1793 and 1794?
Kentucky and Tennessee were admitted.
Where does the continent (North America) extend to (North and South)?
From the Arctic Ocean to the Isthmus of Panama
Which of the colonies was founded by the Dutch?
The colony of New York was founded by the Dutch.
In what year was Daniel Boone born, and what year did he cross the Appalachians and start exploring Kentucky?
He was born in 1734, and crossed the Appalachians in 1769.
What does "Je ne sais quoi" mean in french?
It means "I do not know"
What did the ambassador of France suggest to President Jefferson in 1803?
He suggested that France was willing to sell Louisiana to the U.S.
Both in the north and south, the Sierra Nevada connects to the _______ Ranges, mountain ranges that run along the Pacific Coast?
The Coast Ranges
The French also came to America, but instead of forming communities, they did what?
Who lost their lands from debt because of lack of business skill, and died penniless?
Daniel Boone.
What are the meaning of Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary.
Legislature means a group of people who make laws for a state or country.
Executive means a branch of government or person who has the responsibility of putting laws into effect.
Judiciary means the system of courts of laws.
How much did the French sell Louisiana to the U.S. for?
They sold it for $15 million.
How far does the Mississippi River stretch?
The river stretches 2,230 Miles
What was the port city of New York’s original name?
New Amsterdam.
What does the Shawnee name for territory, (Kan-tu-kee) mean?
It means “Dark and Bloody Ground”
What war did George Washington serve as commander of troops in?
The French and Indian War.
When was the Constitution of the United States of America presented to the convention delegates?
September 7, 1787
What countries and states do the Coast Ranges run through?
Mexico, California, Oregon, Washington, Canada, and up to Alaska.
Everywhere except _______ harsh laws were passes against Catholics.
Everywhere except Pennsylvania harsh laws were passes against Catholics.
What were men who knew wood-lore and survival skills called, who explored and hunted in the forests?
They were called the “Long-Rifles” because of the firearms they carried with them and used.
Who was a Virgina landowner and planter?
George Washington
An army under General Zachary Taylor.