Lesson 82 of 84 · Local and State Government
⭐ 30 XPState Capitals and Their History
Every state in the United States has its own capital city where important government decisions are made.
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Every state in the United States has its own capital city where important government decisions are made. For example, the capital of California is Sacramento, which became the capital in 1854. State capitals often have historical buildings, like the state capitol, where lawmakers meet to create laws for the people. Learning about state capitals helps us understand where our leaders work and how they make choices that affect our lives.
Key Facts
Each U.S. state has its own capital city.
Sacramento became California's capital in 1854.
State capitals often contain important government buildings.
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1 of 2What is the capital of California?
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