Florida History Vocabulary Assessment #1 [12/6/24]

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define: "ally"

Back

a state or group formally cooperating with another state or group for a military purpose

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define: "capital"

Back

the city that serves as the center of government for a state or nation

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A "citizen" is an individual who enjoys the freedom to vote and participate in government decisions. Pedro Menéndez de Avilés, a Spanish explorer, was a dedicated "citizen" of Spain, who founded St. Augustine, Florida in 1565. TRUE or FALSE?

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TRUE

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define: "hostile"

Back

very unfriendly; not willing to cooperate

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define: "defend"

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to protect from enemies

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St. Augustine's early _______ depended on farming, fishing, and trade with nearby indigenous communities.

Back

economy

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define: "legend"

Back

a story told over and over again throughout history that can’t be proven to be true

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A "marsh" is an area of soft, wet, land where grassy plants grow. The "marsh" surrounding St. Augustine provided both challenges for settlers and protection from invaders. TRUE or FALSE?

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TRUE

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define: "peninsula"

Back

a large piece of land surrounded by water on three sides

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define: "pioneer"

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an early settler who prepared the way for others to follow