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What does the name 'Tennessee' originate from?

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The name 'Tennessee' is derived from the Yuchi word 'Tanatsee dgee.'

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What was the significance of forming the Southwest Territory for Tennessee?

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It created a framework that helped Tennessee transition from a territory to a state.

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What was the Watauga Compact?

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The Watauga Compact was the first self-governing system in the West.

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Who was John Ross in relation to the Cherokee government?

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John Ross led the Cherokee relocation to new lands west of the Mississippi River.

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What was the impact of the Jackson Purchase on Tennessee?

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The Jackson Purchase expanded the boundaries of western Tennessee.

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Which tribe is credited with the origin of the name 'Tennessee'?

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The Yuchi tribe.

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What role did the Watauga Compact play in American history?

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It was an early constitution in the United States.

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How did the formation of the Southwest Territory affect Tennessee's statehood?

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It provided a legal framework for Tennessee's transition to statehood.

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What was one of John Ross's contributions to the Cherokee Nation?

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He worked on Cherokee land rights with the United States government.

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What was the purpose of the Jackson Purchase?

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To acquire land that expanded western Tennessee.