Question

Where was the first capital of the United States?

Before Washington, DC, what city was the nation’s capital?
Why was the District of Columbia created?
Who designed Washington, DC?
What buildings are housed in the current capital?
What’s a negative aspect of the current capita[

Answer 1

1. New York City

2. Philadelphia

3. It was a compromise that allowed the National Bank to be created.

4. Pierre Charles L’Enfant

5. Congress, the White House and the Smithsonian Museums

6. Lots of poverty

Answer 2

- Philadelphia was the first state of the United States before Washington DC

- DC is unique among American cities because it was established by the Constitution of the United States to serve as the nation's capital

- (Pierre Charles L'Enfant) is the man who designed Washington DC

- U.S Congress (the House of Representatives and the Senate) are buildings housed in the current capital

- The Washington, DC area has lots of traffic congestion and commuting is stressful. Public transportation is limited and underused. (Possible solution: Live near your workplace or work from home) High cost of living and housing.

I hope that's helpful. And Thanks for asking