Final Exam - Places/Battles

Question 1

What was the first permanent settlement in Virginia?

Answer 1

Jamestown

Question 2

What battle was the turning point in the American War for Independence.

Answer 2

Battle of Saratoga

Question 3

What island did US troops rescue from a Cuban invasion in 1983?

Answer 3

Grenada

Question 4

What was the last battle between the American Indians and federal troops?

Answer 4

Battle of Wounded Knee

Question 5

What became the fist state to allow “civil unions”?

Answer 5

Vermont

Question 6

What state determined the outcome of the 2000 presidential election?

Answer 6

Florida

Question 7

In what country were 63 Americans taken hostage in 1979?

Answer 7

Iran

Question 8

What was the first state to ratify the US Constitution?

Answer 8

Delaware

Question 9

What college became the first college for women only?

Answer 9

Wesleyan College

Question 10

What colony was founded as a haven for Catholics?

Answer 10

Maryland

Question 11

What settlement was saved by Captain John Smith?

Answer 11

Jamestown