"The History of Wisconsin: From Exploration to Statehood" by Alice E. Smith
Vocabulary:
granted
statehood
Interesting Fact:
When Illinois was admitted as a state, a delegate in Congress used a sneaky tactic to expand Illinois' border 50 miles further north, taking land away from what would become Wisconsin.
Study Questions:
What is the difference between a territory and a state?
How long was Wisconsin in the Illinois Territory?
How many territories was Wisconsin a part of before becoming a state?
U.S. historical events that occurred on December 3: