The History Of Rhode Island Quiz

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  • 1. 

    Rhode Island was founded in the year:

    Explanation
    RI was founded in 1636.

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  • 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 Williams
    Explanation
    RI was founded by Roger Williams.

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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. Worship
    Explanation
    The Rhode Island colony was the first to guarantee freedom of worship to all its citizens.

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  • 4. 

    Rhode Island never ratified the 18th Amendment (prohibition).

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    It's true, Rhode Island never ratified the 18th Amendment.

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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 above
    Explanation
    All of these people are Rhode Islanders!

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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 automobile
    Explanation
    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.

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  • 7. 

    Rhode Island is the smallest state in the US.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    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.

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