ILLINOIS HISTORY
(Write on any five of the questions)
- Show the effect of the opening of the Erie Canal upon the early history of Illinois.
- Give an account of the Blackhawk War. Why is it of special interest to us?
- Explain how and by whom Illinois was wrested from the British.
- Draw a map of Illinois showing its boundaries. Put in the navigable rivers at at least three of its cities.
- What direct influence did the Ordinance of 1787 have upon the future of Illinois?
- Explain how the Underground Railroad was conducted?
- What president do you associate with the history of this state? Give incidents bearing out your statement.
- Mention two French explorers who visited Illinois. What part of the state did each explore?
One of ten parts of the Winnebago County, Illinois Eighth Grade Examination given on May 5th and 6th, 1916.
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