Pennsylvania: Facts and History Flashcard

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What is the nickname of Pennsylvania?

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The Keystone State

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When did Pennsylvania achieve statehood?

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1787

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What is the capital of Pennsylvania?

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Harrisburg

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Which city is the biggest in Pennsylvania?

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Philadelphia

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What is the state bird of Pennsylvania?

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Ruffed Grouse

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What is the state flower of Pennsylvania?

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Mountain Laurel

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Who founded the British colony of Pennsylvania?

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William Penn

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What year did the Continental Congress meet in Philadelphia?

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1775

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What is Pennsylvania's state tree?

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Eastern Hemlock

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Which of these animals is a mammal found in Pennsylvania? Kangaroo, Bison, Coyote, Elk

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Elk