| Rhode Island - definition of Rhode Island in Encyclopedia (823 words) |
 | Rhode Island (pronounced "Road Island") is part of the New England region, and was one of the thirteen colonies that revolted against British rule in the American Revolution. |
| Rhode Island was the last state to ratify the United States Constitution (May 29, 1790) and did so only under the threat of being declared a foreign nation and having its exports taxed. |
| Rhode Island is bordered on the north and east by Massachusetts, on the west by Connecticut, on the southwest by New York (sea border), and on the south by Rhode Island Sound and the North Atlantic Ocean. |
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