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What is the official state nickname of Rhode Island, inspired by Roger Williams?

  • The Ocean State

  • Little Rhody

  • The Plantation State

  • The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations

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The official state nickname of Rhode Island is "The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations." This name is inspired by Roger Williams, who founded Providence Plantations, which later became the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.
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