The History Of Rhode Island Quiz
- 1.
Rhode Island was founded in the year:
Explanation
RI was founded in 1636.Rate this question:
- 2.
Rhode Island was founded by:
- A.
Buddy Cianci
- B.
Roger Williams
- C.
Anne Hutchinson
- D.
William Bradford
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Roger WilliamsExplanation
RI was founded by Roger Williams.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Rhode Island colony was the first to guarantee freedom of ____________ to all its citizens.
- A.
Worship
- B.
Gun ownership
- C.
Of Internet access
- D.
Quahogging
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. WorshipExplanation
The Rhode Island colony was the first to guarantee freedom of worship to all its citizens.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Rhode Island never ratified the 18th Amendment (prohibition).
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
It's true, Rhode Island never ratified the 18th Amendment.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Whom among the following are native Rhode Islanders?
- A.
George M. Cohan
- B.
H. P. Lovecraft
- C.
Gilbert Stuart
- D.
James Woods
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
All of these people are Rhode Islanders!Rate this question:
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- 6.
Select the events that were the very first to happen in the US and they happened in Newport, Rhode Island:
- A.
The first U.S. Open in tennis
- B.
The first U.S. Open in golf
- C.
The first U.S. cricket tournament
- D.
The first ever speeding ticket issued for an automobile
Correct Answer(s)
A. The first U.S. Open in tennis
B. The first U.S. Open in golf
D. The first ever speeding ticket issued for an automobileExplanation
The first U.S. Open in tennis, the first U.S. Open in golf, and the first ever speeding ticket issued for an automobile are events that happened in Newport, Rhode Island and were the very first to happen in the US.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the US.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the US. This is because it has the smallest land area among all the states in the country. Despite its small size, Rhode Island is densely populated and has a rich history. It is known for its beautiful coastline and charming towns, making it a popular tourist destination.Rate this question:
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