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What nationality was first to reach Connecticut?
The Germans
The Dutch
The Swedish
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True or false: Connecticut was not one of the original 13 colonies.
True
False
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Connecticut was originally what type of community?
Industrial
Agricultural
Religious
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By the mid 19th century, which industries became dominant in Connecticut?
Farming and agriculture
Textiles and machinery
Fishing and textiles
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True or false: Connecticut was home to both Eli Whitney and Samuel Colt.
True
False
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What year was Connecticut granted statehood?
1788
1796
1776
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True or false: Famous traitor, Benedict Arnold, was born in the state of Connecticut.
True
False
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What year was the USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear submarine, constructed in Connecticut?
1956
1946
1952
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Connecticut and Rhode Island were the only two states that failed to ratify which amendment?
19th amendment
18th amdendment
17th amendment
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How many Connecticut troops fought in the Civl War?
50,000
10,000
30,000
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True or false: Connecticut played a prominent role in the Revolutionary War, serving as the Continental Army's major supplier.
True
False
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What is the official song of Connecticut?
Yankee Doodle
God Bless America
This Land Is Your Land
Based on the results of this quiz, you are a bit confused when it comes to the history of this great Northern state. While you may know your Connecticut basics, much of the history of this state has left you feeling a bit puzzled.
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Based on the results of this quiz, you are quite Connecticut clever! Sure,you may not be the world's foremost expert on Connecticut history,but you've got a solid foundation that you can keep building upon for years to come. We commend you for a job well done.
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Based on the results of this quiz, you are a Connecticut history expert! There's no doubt in our minds that you know the history of this state the way only a true Connecticut fan can. We take it that history might just be your thing!
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Connecticut has a rich history that dates back as far as the country itself. The question is: how well do you really know your Connecticut history? It's time to find out!
1
What nationality was first to reach Connecticut?
The Germans
The Dutch
The Swedish
2
True or false: Connecticut was not one of the original 13 colonies.
True
False
3
Connecticut was originally what type of community?
Industrial
Agricultural
Religious
4
By the mid 19th century, which industries became dominant in Connecticut?
Farming and agriculture
Textiles and machinery
Fishing and textiles
5
True or false: Connecticut was home to both Eli Whitney and Samuel Colt.
True
False
6
What year was Connecticut granted statehood?
1788
1796
1776
7
True or false: Famous traitor, Benedict Arnold, was born in the state of Connecticut.
True
False
8
What year was the USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear submarine, constructed in Connecticut?
1956
1946
1952
9
Connecticut and Rhode Island were the only two states that failed to ratify which amendment?
19th amendment
18th amdendment
17th amendment
10
How many Connecticut troops fought in the Civl War?
50,000
10,000
30,000
11
True or false: Connecticut played a prominent role in the Revolutionary War, serving as the Continental Army's major supplier.
True
False
12
What is the official song of Connecticut?
Yankee Doodle
God Bless America
This Land Is Your Land
