Revised for Marion Elementary “A New State, A New Nation” By Michael Rinella Revised for Marion Elementary 10/06

*A lawmaker who helped write the New York Constitution. John Jay: *A lawmaker who helped write the New York Constitution.

George Clinton A lawyer who became the first Governor of New York in 1777.

Alexander Hamilton New York Representative who signed the United States Constitution. Helped start the Bank of New York.

George Washington First president of the United States.

Martha Washington Wife of George Washington. Also known as the first “First Lady”.

Convention A formal meeting held for a special purpose.

representative A person chosen to vote, speak, or represent others.

capital A place where the government meets.

The capital of New York state. Albany The capital of New York state.

Constitution A document that has the basic rules to govern a state or country.

The term used to describe the President’s wife. First Lady The term used to describe the President’s wife. Martha Washington Mary Todd Lincoln Hillary Clinton

Fact A statement that can be proven true.

Opinion A statement that expresses one person’s beliefs or feelings.

Trade The buying and selling of goods.

Bank A business that helps people save and borrow money.

A share of ownership in a business. Stock A share of ownership in a business.

New York City Largest city in the United States and an important port and business center.

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