Vermont is a northeastern state in the New England region of the United States. Vermont is the only state in New England that does not border the Atlantic Ocean. It’s surrounded by Massachusetts on the South, New York on the west, New Hampshire on its east, and Canada to the north.
In 1609, explorer Samuel de Champlain claimed the Vermont region for France. The first French settlement was established in 1666. The first English settlers moved into the area in 1724 and England gained control of the area in 1763 after the French and Indian War.
In 1775 Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys won one of the first important American victories of the Revolutionary War by capturing Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point. In 1777 Vermont adopted its first constitution, abolishing slavery and providing for universal male suffrage, which meant that all men could vote, even if they didn’t own property.
Vermont became the fourteenth state in 1791. It was the first state admitted after the original thirteen colonie. And Vermont was the first state to outlaw slavery.
Vermont Is Famous for Its Delicous Maple Syrup … and More!
Today, Vermont is known for its fabulous forests, it’s covered bridges, its ski slopes, and its maple syrup. Ana, although it is one of the smallest and least populated states in America, it has many popular attractions, including national parks, museums, and ski resorts. And to preserve the scenic countryside, Vermont does not allow billboards. So, it’s not only a lovely place to visit; it’s also a lovely place to live.
Four Interesting Towns in Vermont
- Montpelier is the capital of Vermont.
- The largest city in Vermont is Burlington.
- Stowe, Vermont is famous for its ski slopes and hiking trails.
- Waterbury, Vermont is where they make Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream.
Fact #1: The first Ben and Jerry’s ice cream shop opened in Burlington, Vermont in 1978. The Ben and Jerry’s factory is located in Waterbury, Vermont. If you go there, you can get a tour of the factory and see how the ice cream gets made.
Fact #2: Vermont’s name comes from the French phrase “vert mont,” which means “green mountain.”
Fact #3: It’s no secret how Vermont got its nickname, It’s called the Green Mountain State because of its beautiful green forests and its mountainous terrain.
Fact #4: Vermont is the largest producer of maple syrup in the United States, producing over 500,000 gallons a year.
Fact #5: U.S. President Calvin Coolidge, who happens to be the only president born on the fourth of July was born in Plymouth, Vermont, in 1872.
Just for fun, see if you can answer these questions.
What is the capital of Vermont? Is it Burlington, Montpelier, Stowe, or Waterbury?
Montpelier is the capital of Vermont.
What kind of syrup is Maine famous for? Is it pancake syrup, waffle syrup, corn syrup syrup, or maple syrup?
Maple syrup.
What famous ice cream is made in Vermont?
Ben and Jerry’s.
What is Vermont's nickname?
The Green Mountain State.
If you have time, you can write a story of your own.
Here are a couple of story ideas you can choose from.
Idea #1: You can write a brief story about some of the cool things you learned about Vermont.
Or
Idea #2: Imagine you were in charge of the Ben and Jerry’s ice cream factory. What would be your favorite flavors, and what new flavors would you want to create?
To help you write a great story, we have some helpful hints and timely tips.
Check out “10 Tips for Writing Better Essays.”
Here's a riddle for you:
What does ice cream wear to church?
It’s sundae best!
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