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1. Find a map and describe "Where in the World is Connecticut?" Be sure to name your source.



2. List and write in a sentence three words that describe geographer?



3. The constitution is a set of laws.  The people of Connecticut called these laws the “Fundamental Orders” Look in your textbook and list at least five facts about the Fundamental Orders. (You can write more.)


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Connecticut.gov Portal
Connecticut State Library
Fundamental Orders of Connecticut at Answers.Com
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4. Look at a Map of Connecticut and select a city or town in Connecticut. 
What are some places (at least 5) a person would visit and why.

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5. Explain why Connecticut is a great place to live?


6. What things need to improve to make Connecticut an even better place to live?



7. Charter is a landmark in Connecticut. Tell how the Charter Oak tree got its name?  Let the oak tree tell how the Charter was hidden in its trunk.  Use library resources and your textbook.



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Charter Oak Tree
Charter Oak Tree - Hartford History
Charter Oak Tree - Roadscape


8. Name at least two famous authors who were born in Connecticut.



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