Colonial Days
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Fun Facts
100

Rhode Island was the ___ colony to join the United States

The 13th colony

100

What is the name of the most popular zoo?

Roger Williams Zoo.

100

What is the name of the big blue termite?

Nibbles Woodaway

200

Who was the founder of Rhode Island?

Roger Williams

200

What sport hall of fame is in Rhode Island?

The Tennis Hall of Fame

200

Rhode Island never ratified which amendment?

Rhode Island never ratified the 18th amendment.

300

Rhode Island was the ___ state to declare independence from England.

the first state

300

How many miles of coastline is there in Rhode Island?

400 miles of coastline!

300

How long does it take to drive across Rhode Island?

About one hour!

400

Why did Roger Williams settle in Rhode Island?

He was banished from Massachusetts for his political and religious beliefs.

400

What mansion is one of the most popular tourist attractions?

The Breakers

400

Rhode Island is the only state that still celebrates what holiday?

Victory Day (the end of WW2)

500

Who were the first people to join the colony of Rhode Island?

Massachusetts protestants.

500

The _____ House was a summer home but is now a museum.

The Marble House

500

How many Rhode Islands could fit in Alaska?

400!