Alar Nort, Kevin Uueni, Mihkel Vaarmaa Nissi Põhikool 2015 History • Queens was settled in 1635 by dutch and english settlers. • Queens played a minor role in the American Revolution, as compared to Brooklyn, where the Battle of Long Island was largely fought. • It is believed that the county was named after Catherine of Braganza • From 1683 until 1784, Queens County consisted of five towns: Flushing, Hempstead, Jamaica, Newtown, and Oyster Bay. • The New York City Borough of Queens was authorized on May 4, 1897. Geography • Queens is located on the far western portion of Long Island and includes a few smaller islands. • Queens County has a total area of 460 km2, of which 280 km2 is land and 180 km2 is water. • Brooklyn, the only other New York City borough on Long Island, lies just south and west of Queens. • Summers are hot, humid, and wet. Autumn is similar to
If no word is necessary, put a cross (X) . 1 My mum goes to _____________________ work every morning at nine o'clock. 2 After the accident, he had to spend two weeks in _____________________ hospital. 3 What time do you go to _____________________ school every day? 4 They are painting _____________________ school bright green. 5 Why did they send him to _____________________ prison? 6 The Prime Minister has said _____________________ prison in Newtown must close. 7 This is _____________________ home of my dreams but can I afford it? 8 I only feel relaxed when I'm at _____________________ home with my family. 9 I'm going _____________________ home now. 10 Every Sunday, she goes to _____________________ church because she has strong religious beliefs. Marks: /10 Words, words, words
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