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Page 1: WASHINGTON, D.C. Our Nation’s Capitol Next Introduction George Washington signed a bill in 1790 to locate the nation’s capitol in the DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Our Nation’s Capitol

Next

Page 2: WASHINGTON, D.C. Our Nation’s Capitol Next Introduction George Washington signed a bill in 1790 to locate the nation’s capitol in the DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Introduction

• George Washington signed a bill in 1790 to locate the nation’s capitol in the DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.

• The “Federal City” is shaped in a triangle for the 3 BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT.

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Capitol Building

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White House

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Supreme Court Building

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Map of Washington D.C.

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Capitol Building

• This is what the Capitol Building looks like at night.

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White House

• This is what the White House looks like.

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Supreme Court Building

• This is what the Supreme Court Building looks like.

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History of the Capitol

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History of the White House

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History of the Supreme Court Building

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What is the Capitol Building?

• Some people say the Capitol building is the “center and heart of America”.

• It is where the laws of the United States of America’s laws are made.

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What is the White House?

• The PRESIDENT of the United States of America lives in the White House.

• The PRESIDENT works in the OVAL OFFICE.

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What is the Supreme Court Building?

– The Supreme Court is the highest court of the U.S.A.

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Tour the Capitol

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Tour the White House

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Tour the Supreme Court Building

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White House Facts

• The address of the White House is 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

• It is more than 100 years old.

• There are 132 rooms in the White House.

• Many of the rooms are named for colors.

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Capitol Building Facts

• The STATUE OF FREEDOM is at the top of the dome.

• The Capitol Building is famous for its ROTUNDA, which is under the dome.

• When the statue is lighted, you know Congress is meeting in a night session.

• 17 U.S. Presidents are honored there.• The Capitol Building holds a treasury of art.

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Supreme Court Building Facts