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Virginia
The Commonwealth of Virginia is dubbed as the “Mother of Presidents” because it is the birthplace of eight American presidents namely George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, Zachary Taylor and Woodrow Wilson.
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Why did Virginia want to join the union?
The state of Virginia split over the issue of secession. The Virginians who lived in the western part of the state were unanimously against splitting from the union, while the rest of the state wanted secession. So strong was this belief, that the western portion of the state seceded from Virginia, and the state of West Virginia was formed.
What territory did Virginia belong to before becoming a state?
The area that is now Virginia was part of the Province of Virginia at the time the United States gained independence from Great Britain.
After becoming a constitutional state of the U.S. in June 1788, Virginia was subdivided three times:
- In September 1791 between 30 and 40 square miles was given or sold to the federal government to become part of the District of Columbia.
- In June 1792 the western counties of Virginia became the state of Kentucky.
- In July 1846, Virginia retook possession of the part of the District of Columbia that was originally part of Virginia.
- In June 1863, a large part of Virginia became the state of West Virginia.
What is the makeup of the Virginia State Legislature?
The General Assembly with a 40 member Senate and a 100 member House of Delegates.
How hot is Virginia in the summer?
It can get horrendously hot, I can tell you from having lived there. During July, highs average in the upper 80's Fahrenheit in areas east of the mountains.
During each of the last few summers, several days have topped 100F in the DC/Baltimore corridor. Baltimore recorded its second highest temperature ever (106F) in 2011, and twice recorded 104F in 2012.
How much is a section 8 voucher in the state of Virginia worth?
It's not just the state, but also your locale in Virginia and the number of people in your family determine the amount of help you receive toward rent. Your voucher is a supplement to your income to help you afford housing.
How long would it take in a car to Richmond Virginia from Houston Texas?
The approximate driving time and mileage information -
Between: Houston, TX
and: Richmond, VA
Driving miles: 1328
Driving time: 21 hrs 30 mins
- is based on traveling non-stop in good driving conditions. Driving time does not take into consideration conditions which may extend travel time such as weather, road work, border crossings, and rush hour traffic in urban areas. Mileage denotes actual road miles covered as opposed to Point A to Point B linear distances on a map.
What are some of Virginia's famous people?
* David Arquette born in Winchester. * Pearl Bailey born in Southampton County. * Warren Beatty born in Richmond. * Patsy Cline born in Winchester. * Ella Fitzgerald born in Newport News. * Wayne Newton born in Roanoke. * George C. Scott born in Wise. * Kate Smith born in Greenville.
What are penalties for driving without valid vehicle registration in Virginia?
A person caught driving without a valid vehicle registration will be given a ticket and their car may be impounded. If a person gets the car properly registered before the court date they may not have to pay the ticket but will have to pay the impound fee.
Yes they do, but the manner of the seasons are different in different states. Alaska's length of days and nights are considerably different compared to other states, as would the temperatures. There would a difference in between other states in terms of the kinds of weather they have.
What presidents were born in Virginia?
Eight US Presidents were born in Virginia:
- George Washington born in Pope's Creek, Virginia
- Thomas Jefferson born in Goochland County, Virginia.
- James Madison born in Port Conway, Virginia.
- James Monroe born in Westmoreland County, Virginia.
- William H. Harrison born in Charles City County, Virginia.
- John Tyler born in Charles City County, Virginia.
- Zachary Taylor born in Orange County, Virginia,
- Woodrow Wilson born in Staunton, Virginia.
NOTE: Sam Houston (twice president of Texas) was also born in Virginia.
NOTE 2: Three men also born in Virginia became president of Liberia on 5 different occasions.
What is the legal age a child can be left at home alone in Virginia?
Only two states have legislated a specific age to leave a child home alone, Illinois and Maryland. Generally speaking, the child must be safe, must feel safe, and know how to take care of themselves in an emergency. Most places believe that 12 or 13 is okay to leave home alone for a couple of hours during daylight hours. There are very few states in the U.S. with legal minimum ages for children home alone, but many state agencies have published guidelines. Georgia, Illiniois, Maryland and Oregon are a few of the states with specific ages mentioned in their laws.
12 years of age appears to be the most common recommendation. Below in Related Links is an article entitled Home Alone Children Legal Age Limits state by state comparison with references.
One guideline from a California child welfare representative suggests that 8 year olds and over can be left at home for a brief amount of time(such as just after school). The most common statement is that a child's maturity should be the determining factor and not just age.
What are the Missouri minerals?
Barite
Calcite
Carnotite
Dolomite
Feldspar
Galena
Geodes
Gold
Gypsum
Hematite
Limonite
Marcasite
Metatorbernite
Mica
Pyrite
Quartz
Silver
Sphalerite
The Virginia colonist John Rolfe?
John Rolfe was Pocahontas's husband. _________________________________________ He made tobacco in the 1600's He was primarily responsible for the development of commercial tobacco cultivation in Virginia and became the son-in-law of Powhatan.
Sic semper tyranus- thus ever to tyrants. It accompanies the state seal, showing Virtue with her foot on the chest of fallen Tyranny, with a broken chain beside him.
Caught driving alone with a learner's permit in Virginia?
No....Virginia law states that a student with a learner's permit must have a licensed driver 21 years old or older in the front seat. The passenger may be 18 if he/she is an immediate family member with a valid license. Check the Virginia driver's manual on line and it will also give this answer. Yes, if you have completed drivers ed, done all of the requirements, and have had your permit for 9 months or longer.
What regions did the Europeans settle on?
They settled mostly in Europe, the Americas, Australia and some pockets in Asia and Africa. (So yes... pretty much everywhere.)
What is Virginia's state dance?
According to the State's website, the official dance of Virginia is the square dance. http://legis.state.va.us/1_cap_class/6-8/6_8_emb_symb.html
Famous people that live in Virginia?
United States Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, Zachary Taylor, and Woodrow Wilson were all born in Virginia.
Famous athletes Moses Malone, Alonzo Mourning, Ralph Sampson, Willie Lanier, Bruce Smith, Sam Snead, Arthur Ashe, and Pernell Whitaker were born in Virginia.
Famous entertainers Pearl Bailey, Patsy Cline, Ella Fitzgerald, Dave Matthews, Kate Smith, Warren Beatty, Sandra Bullock, Shirley MacLaine, and George C. Scott were born in Virginia.
TV personalities Katie Couric and Willard Scott were born in Virginia.
It was founded in 1607 and joined the Union 1788 (virginia)
What is the state motto of Virginia?
Montani Semper Liberi (Latin for "Mountaineers are Always Free") is the official motto of the state of West Virginia.
What are Africa's six major rivers?
The four major rivers in Africa are:
- The Nile River
- The Niger River
- The Congo River
- The Zambezi River
All the facts I am presenting you I learned from either my social studies teacher, or this really cool atlas called Millennium World Atlas, published by Rand McNally.
Nile River
.flows north
.empties out into the Mediterranean Sea
.There is the Blue Nile, White Nile, and Nile, all part of the Nile river
.Nile starts in Sudan
Niger River
.empties in the Gulf of Guinea
.starts in Guinea
Congo River
.starts in Democratic Republic of the Congo
.empties in Atlantic ocean
Zambezi River
.starts in Zambia
.empties out into to Mozambique channel
When did John Rolfe start growing tobacco in Virginia?
They started growing Tobacco in 1612 but they did not get a final product that could be exported until 1617.
Do rental agreements need to be notarized?
No. The landlord / manager should only rent to someone that has seen the apartment in person. The landlord / manager needs to see proof of your ID and SSN which eliminates the need for a notary. Although, in some States you may need a Witness.
How did John Rolfe affect the colony?
Rolfe reacted to consumer demand by importing seed from the West Indies and cultivating the plant in the Jamestown colony. Those tobacco seeds became the seeds of a huge economic empire.
By 1630, over a million and a half pounds of tobacco were being exported from Jamestown every year.
The tobacco economy rapidly began to shape the society and development of the colony. Growing tobacco takes its toil on the soil. Because tobacco drained the soil of its nutrients, only about three successful growing seasons could occur on a plot of land. Then the land had to lie fallow for three years before the soil could be used again. This created a huge drive for new farmland.
