2. Colonial Virginia- Capital

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A capital is the center of ________ for a state or country.

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government

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The current capital of the United States is-

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Washington DC

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The current capital of the state of Virginia is-

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Richmond

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Jamestown was Virginia's capital from

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1607-1698

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Williamsburg was Virginia's capital from- 1699-1780

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1699-1780

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Virginia's capital was relocated to Richmond in-

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1780

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Why did the colonists move the capital to Richmond in 1780?

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the location was more central

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Contaminated water and dirty living conditions that caused diseases were reasons why the capital moved-

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from Jamestown to Williamsburg

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Which list shows the correct order of Virginia's capitals?
Options: Jamestown→ Richmond → Williamsburg, Williamsburg → Richmond→ Jamestown, Jamestown→ Williamsburg→ Richmond

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Jamestown→ Williamsburg→ Richmond

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The building where part of the government meets is called-

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the capitol building