Maryland: The Old Line State

Which nickname is NOT associated with Maryland?

• America in Miniature

• The Old Line State

• The Free State

• The Sunshine State

What significant event took place in Maryland in 1788?

• Maryland declared independence from Britain.

• Maryland became the seventh state to ratify the Constitution.

• Maryland became the first state to ratify the Constitution.

• Maryland donated land for Washington, D.C.

What was Maryland's contribution to the creation of Washington, D.C.?

• Maryland provided financial support.

• Maryland designed the city layout.

• Maryland named the city.

• Maryland donated land for its establishment.

Why is Washington, D.C. not part of any U.S. state?

• It was a compromise between northern and southern states.

• It was originally part of Virginia.

• It was a decision made during the Civil War.

• To prevent any state from having control over the capital.

What inspired Francis Scott Key to write 'The Star-Spangled Banner'?

• The bombing of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812

• The end of the Civil War

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The inauguration of the first U.S. President