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Columbia: History and Significance

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6th - 7th Grade
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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To answer viewer questions about Washington D.C.
To provide weather updates
To discuss political news
To showcase local events
2.
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Who is the District of Columbia named after?
George Washington
Christopher Columbus
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role did Justice Samuel Sewell play in the naming of the District of Columbia?
He designed the city layout
He was a famous explorer
He wrote a poem that referred to the colonies as 'colombina'
He was the first mayor of Washington D.C.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the name 'Columbia' become popular in America?
It was a common surname
It had a poetic feel and embodied American ideals
It was the name of a popular politician
It was the name of a famous ship
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is the goddess Columbia described in the video?
As a mythical creature
As a fierce warrior goddess
As a historical figure
As a modern-day celebrity
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What decision was made on September 8, 1791, regarding the federal city?
To hold a national election
To name it Washington in the territory of Columbia
To name it New York
To build a new monument
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which modern institution is named after Columbia?
Columbia University
Yale University
Harvard University
Princeton University
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