History of New York State Quiz

Who were the earliest known inhabitants of New York?

• European settlers

• Indigenous tribes

• African slaves

• Asian immigrants

Which explorer first found the New York Harbor?

• Christopher Columbus

• Giovanni da Verrazzano

• Henry Hudson

• Jacques Cartier

What was the original name of New York City under Dutch rule?

• New Albany

• New Amsterdam

• New Netherlands

• New Orange

Which war led to the British taking control of New York from the Dutch?

• The French and Indian War

• The Second Anglo-Dutch War

• The American Revolution

• The War of 1812

What significant event did New York support in the summer of 1776?

• The Stamp Act

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Constitution of the United States

• The Declaration of Independence

Which city served as the capital of the United States for a short time after the American Revolution?

• Albany

• Boston

• Philadelphia

• New York City

Who was the Governor of New York that worked to protect the rights of runaway slaves and free blacks?

• Abraham Lincoln

• William H. Seward

• Andrew Jackson

• George Washington

What was the main cause of the Draft Riots in New York City in 1863?

• High taxes

• Food shortages

• A draft law for the Civil War

• Religious persecution

Which canal's opening boosted New York's attraction in the 19th century?

• Panama Canal

• Suez Canal

• Erie Canal

• Hudson Canal

By the turn of the 20th century, what was the population of New York State?

• 7 million

• 1 million

• 3 million

• 5 million