Delaware

1. When did DE become a state?
2. What is the DE motto?
3. Copy and paste the flag. Explain the symbols on it.
4. Name three nicknames and tell why they were chosen.
5. Describe the DE State Government. What are the parts? What does each part do?
6. Who are the representatives that serve us from this area in the General Assembly? What are their term limits?
7. Who is Representative Ernest Lopez? What committees does he serve on? What has he voted on in the past session? Create a list of three questions to ask him about his work in the State General Assembly that relate to you
8. Who is Corporal Hudson Keller? What are some of the First Amendment issues he may have worked on? Create a list of three questions to ask him about his work.
9. Listen to the state song!  Write a new state song.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  ANSWERS

The dollar bill

The dollar bill was made in 1863 when Abraham Lincoln was in office. 

Amendment Eighth

THE EIGHTH  AMENDMENT

The Eighth Amendment is imposing excessive bail, excessive fines or cruel and unusual punishment including torture. This right was established December 15 1791. Its important because it protects the individual from excessive bail or fines. No unusual punishments. 

Thomas Jefferson

Where is he from?
Where did he grow up what schools did he attend?
Describe his family?
Describe his religion?
How did he become part of the American Revolution?
What did he hope to accomplish as part of the Revolution?


Thomas Jefferson was born in shad well VA. Thomas attend the college of William and Mary. He was a good writer for his age. His family was wealthy and he was well known in his town. He became governor of VA. Thomas was a orthodox Christian for his religion. Thomas was really not a big part but he spoke for people in the army. He wanted every one to be equal in his country he could not do the slaves but he could us the people from the British.