History of the U.S. Capital

The video explores the history of the US capital, starting with Philadelphia, which hosted the Continental Congress and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. York, Pennsylvania, also claims the title of the first capital due to hosting Congress during the British occupation of Philadelphia. The capital moved several times, including to New York City, where the US Constitution was drafted. Finally, Washington DC was established as the permanent capital in 1800.

Which city was the political center of the U.S. since the 1800s?

• Philadelphia

• New York

• Washington D.C.

• York

Where was the Declaration of Independence signed?

• Philadelphia

• York

• Washington D.C.

• New York

Which city claims to be the first U.S. capital due to hosting the Continental Congress?

• Philadelphia

• Washington D.C.

• York

• New York

What significant document was adopted in York?

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The U.S. Constitution

Which city was the final meeting place of the Continental Congress under the Articles of Confederation?

• New York City

• Princeton

• Annapolis

• Trenton

Where was the permanent U.S. Constitution written?

• York

• New York City

• Washington D.C.

• Philadelphia

In which city was George Washington inaugurated as the first U.S. President?

• New York City

• Philadelphia

• York

• Washington D.C.

Which city became the first official capital under the new Constitution?

• York

• Philadelphia

• Washington D.C.

• New York City

Where did Congress move after New York City before settling in Washington D.C.?

• Annapolis

• York

• Philadelphia

• Trenton

When did Congress first meet in Washington D.C.?

• 1790

• 1789

• 1776

• 1800