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Which city served as the capital of Spanish Florida before it became a U.S. territory?

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St. Augustine

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Who was the U.S. President when Florida became a state in 1845?

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James K. Polk

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What year did Florida officially join the United States as a state?

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1845

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Which Native American group is most closely associated with Florida’s history during the 19th century?

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Seminole

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

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No war; it was through a treaty

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Which treaty transferred Florida from Spanish to U.S. control?

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Adams-Onís Treaty

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Impact of the Seminole Wars on Florida’s development?

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They resulted in the forced removal of many Native Americans from Florida.

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How did the construction of railroads in the late 19th century affect Florida’s economy?

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It led to increased settlement and economic growth.

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Which event in Florida’s history contributed to the start of the Spanish-American War?

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The explosion of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor

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What was the significance of the Florida East Coast Railway in the early 20th century?

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It helped develop cities along Florida’s Atlantic coast.

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