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Rh THE UNITED STATES.

Q. What are the people of the United States called? A. Americans.

Q. Who governed this Country about 80 years ago? A. The King of England.

Q. How did the Americans obtain their freedom? A. By a war which lasted nearly eight years.

Settlers attacked by Indians.

Q. What great man led the American army? A. George Washington, who became the first President.

Q. How has this Country increased? A. From 13 to 31 States.

Q. What troubles had the settlers of this Country? A. Many were murdered by the Indians.