Minnesota is one of the 50 American States. It is the largest financial and industrial center in the region where it is located, the Midwest region. The state borders Wisconsin and Lake Superior to the east, Iowa to the south, South Dakota to the west, and Canada to the north.
Minnesota was initially dominated by the French, who were not very interested in populating the region. The province later came under British control under the terms of the Treaty of Paris in 1763. After independence from the United States in 1783, part of the region came under American rule. The other part, which belonged to the French, was annexed by the United States in 1803. Minnesota became the 32nd state on May 11, 1858.
Its name comes from the Sioux words “mini” (sky-colored) and “sota” (water), which were used to describe the Minnesota River. Its region is crossed by many rivers and water bodies. The state has a temperate climate, with mild summers (average temperatures of 21ºC) and very cold winters (averages of -15ºC).
Although it has significant prominence in agriculture, as it is one of the largest national wheat producers, soy and milk, is the tertiary sector, that is, the provision of services, which accounts for most of the economy of the State. The manufacturing industry is also very important; the main goods produced are electronic equipment, processed foods and machinery.
The largest ethnic groups present in Minnesota are Germans, Norwegians, Irish and English. The state capital is Saint Paul.
By James Dantas
Brazil School Team
U.S - Countries of the world - geography - Brazil School
