How Well Do You Know Your Vermont History?

Like every state in the US, Vermont has a rich history that is uniquely its own. Do you think you know more than the average American when it comes to Vermont history? Let's find out!
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In what century was Vermont initially settled?
18th
17th
16th

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Which two nations initially settled in Vermont?
Germany and Sweden
France and Britain
Britain and Germany

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At what point was the land in Vermont officially ceded to Britain?
After the French Indian War
After the Louisiana Purchase
After the Civil War

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True or false: During the American Revolution, Vermont declared independence separately from the original 13 colonies.
True
False

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What year was Vermont finally admitted into the union as a state?
1790
1801
1777

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True of false: In colonial times, like many of its neighboring states, Vermont's largest religious affiliation was Catholicism.
True
False

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Which two US presidents toured the state in 1791?
Thomas Jefferson and James Madison
Thomas Jefferson and George Washington
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson

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True or false: In July 1830, the state experienced what turned out to be the worst flood of the 19th century. It was called the "Torrent of 1830.
True
False

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In 1923, the state passed a law limiting the regular workweek of women and children to how many hours?
30 hours
58 hours
45 hours

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True or false: Hydropower supplied 90% of the state's power needs in 1940.
True
False

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How many square miles of farmland does Vermont have?
1900
2500
2800

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What year was the state highway system created in Vermont?
1945
1931
1960
Uh-oh, we have a bit of a Vermont history flop on our hands! Though you may know the basics when it comes to this northeastern state, many of the specifics left you feeling a bit bamboozled. Don't worry, you gave this quiz your all and that's what truly matters!

C+, Vermont History Flop

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Based on the results of this quiz, you are Vermont history hip! You may not have all of the answers when it comes to the state of Vermont, but you're surely on your way. We think you'll get this state down in no time.

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Based on the results of this quiz, you are the Vermont history master! It's obvious that you know Vermont the way that only a true citizen can. From the early history to the the current state of affairs, you're 100% an expert on this northern state.

A+, Vermont History Master

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Right!
1
In what century was Vermont initially settled?
18th
17th
16th
2
Which two nations initially settled in Vermont?
Germany and Sweden
France and Britain
Britain and Germany
3
At what point was the land in Vermont officially ceded to Britain?
After the French Indian War
After the Louisiana Purchase
After the Civil War
4
True or false: During the American Revolution, Vermont declared independence separately from the original 13 colonies.
True
False
5
What year was Vermont finally admitted into the union as a state?
1790
1801
1777
6
True of false: In colonial times, like many of its neighboring states, Vermont's largest religious affiliation was Catholicism.
True
False
7
Which two US presidents toured the state in 1791?
Thomas Jefferson and James Madison
Thomas Jefferson and George Washington
John Adams and Thomas Jefferson
8
True or false: In July 1830, the state experienced what turned out to be the worst flood of the 19th century. It was called the "Torrent of 1830.
True
False
9
In 1923, the state passed a law limiting the regular workweek of women and children to how many hours?
30 hours
58 hours
45 hours
10
True or false: Hydropower supplied 90% of the state's power needs in 1940.
True
False
11
How many square miles of farmland does Vermont have?
1900
2500
2800
12
What year was the state highway system created in Vermont?
1945
1931
1960