Name three states in the United States?
The United States is made up of 50 states, plus Washington D.C. Each state has its own government, laws, and culture. The 50 states are listed in the U.S. Constitution.
The 50 States of the U.S.
Federalism: A system in which power is divided between the national and state governments. Capital City: The city where the state government is located. Unicameral Legislature: A state that has only one legislative house or chamber.
Concepts:
What is your favorite state in the United States?
- California
- Texas
- New York
- Florida
- Illinois
- Pennsylvania
- Other
The most mountainous state in the US is Alaska with more than 100 mountain peaks over 13,000 feet tall. The state with the longest coastline is Alaska, with over 6,640 miles of coastline. The smallest state by total area is Rhode Island, with just 1,214 square miles of land.
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What are the names of the two most populous states in the US?
What are the three smallest states by area?
What are some unique cultural or geographical features of each of the 50 states of the United States?
Which state do you think has the most interesting landmarks and why?
What do you think makes the United States of America unique?