Florida Statehood

When did Florida become a state?

• December 29, 1845

• January 10, 1861

• March 3, 1845

• April 2, 1513

What year did Florida achieve statehood in the United States?

• 1845

• 1861

• 1821

• 1850

Which number state was Florida when it joined the United States?

• 25th

• 27th

• 29th

• 30th

Who was the President of the United States when Florida became a state?

• James K. Polk

• John Tyler

• Martin Van Buren

• Zachary Taylor

What was the primary reason for Florida's delayed statehood?

• Native American conflicts

• Economic instability

• Lack of population

• Political disagreements

Which treaty led to the United States acquiring Florida from Spain?

• Adams-Onís Treaty

• Treaty of Paris

• Jay Treaty

• Pinckney's Treaty

What was Florida's status before becoming a state?

• Territory

• Colony

• Province

• Independent Republic

Which Native American tribe was primarily involved in conflicts during Florida's path to statehood?

• Seminole

• Cherokee

• Apache

• Navajo

What was the capital of Florida when it became a state?

• Tallahassee

• Jacksonville

• Miami

• Orlando

Which European country first explored Florida?

• Spain

• France

• England

• Portugal