GA History Exams Units 1-8
-Cultural connection between Yamacraw and Creek Indians and English Colonists - Served as interpreter between Oglethorpe and Yamacraw - Established several trading posts around Georgia The statements above relate to the importance of which person? A. Mary Musgrove B. Tomochichi C. Nancy Hart D. Austin Dabney
A
-development of smaller, more pointed arrowheads -greater use of agriculture -more elaborate burial sites What does the list above MOST LIKELY represent? A. evolution of early Native American cultures in Georgia B. change in Georgia under the royal governors C. Impact of the Spanish Mission systems D. effects of entrepreneurs in Georgia
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-led patriot forces at battle of kettle creek -fought against British and American loyalists in South Carolina -rewarded after American Revolution with a large plantation -participated in yahoo land fraud - participated in Georgia constitutional convention of 1789 this list describes events of which person? A. Elijah Clarke B. Austin Dabney C. Button Gwinnett D. James Oglethorpe
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Based on climate, soil, and water resources, which agricultural business would be most suitable in the Appalachian Plateau region of Georgia? A. Timber production for furniture and building materials B. Timber production for naval stores C. Peanuts and peanut oils production D. Cotton production
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How did Button Gwinnett, Lyman Hall, and George Walton contribute to the American Revolution? A. signing of the Declaration of Independence B. fighting in the Battle of Kettle Creek C. participating in the siege of Savannah D. serving as governors after the revolution
A
How did de Soto's march through Georgia change the lives and culture of North Americans? A. The expedition resulted in the death of thousands of Native Americans from violence and disease B. The expedition was responsible for converting Native Americans to Catholicism C. The expedition set up new trading opportunities for Native Americans D. The expedition introduced Native Americans to new types of food
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How did government in Georgia change when the colony moved from the trustee period to a royal colony? A. It was more organized, better funded, and had more authority B. It was weaker and caused much more conflict with Spain C. The Government caused the colony not to grow and lost huge sums of money D. The Royal Governors successfully avoided all conflicts with the Indians
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How did the trustees of Georgia work around the rules set for them by the king? A. They passed regulations rather than laws B. They handpicked a supportive governor C. They made a profit from the colony D. They controlled the settlement beyond the established time limit
A
How has Georgia's climate had a positive effect on Georgia's overall development? A. It allows for many agricultural and vacation opportunities B. It encourages much investment because no other state has this climate C. The climate cured Franklin Roosevelt's medical problems D. The temperature is nearly the same all year, which makes planning trips easy.
A
In which region are most of Georgia's major agricultural products, including peanuts and Vidalia onions, grown? A. Coastal Plain region B. Appalachian Plateau region C. Blue Ridge region D. Piedmont region
A
Over the past several decades, many international companies have moved their manufacturing and production warehouses to Georgia. Since these goods have to be shipped once they are produced, why is Georgia a wise choice for these companies? A. The interaction of our airports, roads, deepwater ports, and railroads makes it easy to ship goods in, around, and out of the state B. Since the climate is not good for farming, it makes more sense to use the land for manufacturing C. Being right in the middle of the country makes Georgia equal distances from most major problems with droughts, wars, or depressions in the past D. Georgia citizens speak several languages which make it easier to negotiate with international markets
A
The two deepwater seaports in Georgia are located in what two cities? A. Savannah and Brunswick B. Brunswick and Bainbridge C. Savannah and Columbus D. Bainbridge and Columbus
A
What did Parliament do to punish the colonists of Massachusetts for the Boston Tea Party? A. Passed the Intolerable Acts B. Passed the Navigation Acts C. Passed the Stamp Acts D. Passed the Tea Acts
A
What is included in the third part of the Declaration of Independence? A. a declaration of independence B. a declaration of war on Great Britain C. a warning to King George to change his ways D. a call for a meeting to establish a new government
A
What is the correct chronological order for the places De Soto visited on his travels 1. de Soto crossed the Mississippi River near Memphis 2. de Soto's men went to Texas 3. de Soto entered Florida 4. de Soto died A. 3-1-4-2 B. 2-3-1-4 C. 4-3-1-2 D. 2-1-3-4
A
What natural feature did the Proclamation Line of 1763 follow? A. Appalachian Mountains B. Atlantic Ocean C. Mississippi River D. Ohio River
A
What was a consequence of the Stamp Act? A. Georgia's only newspaper ceased being printed B. The colonists stopped all trade with the British C. British troops were housed in the colonial homes D. The Boston tea party was held
A
What was the most devastating effect of European exploration on Native Americans? A. The spread of disease B. The introduction of the horse C. The spread of guns D. The spread of Christianity
A
When did King George II grant Oglethorpe and his group a charter for the thirteenth colony? A. 1776 B. 1732 C. 1607 D. 1492
A
When did the first colonies get to Savannah? A. February 12, 1733 B. November 20, 1732 C. January 27, 1733 D. June 23, 1732
A
Where did the first colonial victory in GA during the American Revolution occur? A. Kettle Creek B. Louisville C. Savannah D. Sunbury
A
Which definition BEST explains the British policy known as "mercantilism?" A. A trade policy whereby a nation imports less than it exports B. A military policy for defending colonial outposts C. A trade policy that calls for opening trade routes to the Far East D. A military policy that calls for establishing buffer colonies to protect established British settlements
A
Which explorer hoped to reach the Far East by sailing west from Europe? A. Christopher Columbus B. Vasco de Gama C. Hernando de Soto D. Amerigo Vespucci
A
Which famous ship transported Oglethorpe and Georgia's first colonists from England to the new land? A. The Ann B. The Pinta C. The Nina D. The Santa Maria
A
Which is a reason for the decline of the Spanish missions? A. Some missions were raided by Indians who allied with the British and some Indians resettled in areas not served by the missions B. Once the Indians adopted Catholicism, the missions were no longer needed C. The missionaries became sick and died, leaving the missions D. The missions were only established for a set period of time
A
Which is true regarding the evolution of Native American cultures in Georgia? A. Over time they developed more advanced technology and better agricultural techniques B. as they evolved, Native American groups were less likely to remain in one area C. eventually, Native American groups relied more on hunting for food instead of agriculture D. later groups demonstrated fewer cultural developments
A
Which of Georgia's physiographic regions occupies the largest land area in the state? A. Coastal Plain region B. Blue Ridge region C. Blue Ridge region D. None of the above
A
Which of Georgia's regions has been described as the smallest region, the only source of coal, and the location of Lookout Mountain? A. Appalachian Plateau B. Blue Ridge C. Piedmont D. Ridge and Valley
A
Which provision was included in Georgia's charter of 1732? A. Gave the king control of the colony and prohibited Catholics from becoming colonists B. Guaranteed every settler had his day in court to settle differences by providing lawyers for the colony C. Gave the colonist their first chance at self-government D. Allowed slaves in the colony
A
Which regions of the state are separated by Georgia's Fall Line? A. Coastal Plain and Piedmont B. Piedmont and Ridge and Valley C. Blue Ridge and Ridge and Valley D. Appalachian and Blue Ridge
A
Which result of droughts affects tourism? A. reduced crop production B. hot, humid weather C. slower transportation methods
A
Which statement best describes the geographical regions of Georgia? A. Three of the regions have a combined land area smaller that that of the Piedmont B. The geographical regions of Georgia contain good farmland C. The Coastal Plain region is more than twice the size of the other four regions combined D. The smallest region in the land area is the Blue Ridge region
A
Who was the leader of the Germans from Salzburg? A. John Martin Boltizius B. Lachlan McIntosh C. James Oglethorpe D. John Reynolds
A
Who was the second royal governor of Georgia? A. Henry Ellis B. Henry Musgrove C. John Reynolds D. James Wright
A
Why are Hernando de Soto's expeditions into Georgia so significant? A. He was the first European to explore the area. B. They were his last expeditions C. James Oglethorpe was a part of the expeditions D. He removed the Cherokee's from Georgia
A
Why did Hernando de Soto explore much of Georgia in 1540? A. He was attracted by rumors of large gold deposits B. He wanted to build forts and missions in the state C. He was searching for the magical Fountain of Youth D. He believed that he would find a passage to Asia through Georgia
A
Why does northern Georgia have little ground water? A. Precipitation does not sink into the bedrock B. Northern Georgia gets very little rainfall each year C. Precipitation evaporates because of its climate D. The ground water runs into reservoirs
A
Why is Georgia a good place to have a business that produces goods that get sold around the country and around the world? A. Georgia has four major transportation systems, including a major airport to help move goods around B. Georgia does not charge any taxes on property so it is cheaper to produce here C. Labor is much cheaper in Georgia because of immigration concerns D. There is very little rain in Georgia so shipping does not get disrupted by weather
A
Why was the Battle of Kettle Creek important? A. It proves that the loyalists had little support in the south B. it was the beginning of a truce between loyalists and patriots C. It proved the loyalists had a lot of support in the south D. it resulted in the death of George Washington
A
Why were Georgians reluctant to join the colonists in revolution? A. Georgia benefited from Great Britain B. Georgians were too scared to fight C. Georgia could not afford to fight D. Georgia was not a colony
A
during which prehistoric period did horticulture A. Archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. Woodland
A
during which prehistoric period did large game become extinct? A. archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. woodland
A
how did prehistoric people pass their history, beliefs, and traditions to other generations? A. by cave drawings B. by pictographs C. by symbols drawn on tree bark D. by oral stories
A
what does the information on the map indicate about the mound builders? A. that they spread across Georgia B. that they settled along the coast C. they built cone shaped mounds D. that they believed in an afterlife
A
which factor resulted in prehistoric Indians making permanent settlements? A. The Indians began to cultivate plants B. The Indians had abundant large game C. The Indians followed herds of large animals D. The Indians wanted to bad together for protection
A
which people were the FIRST to make and use pottery? A. Archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. Woodland
A
The Latin motto of the trustees, "Non Sibi Sed Allis" meant "Not for themselves but for others." What does this mean? A. The trustees established Georgia for the purpose of helping the poor, not for the purpose of making themselves rich B. Religious leaders could not protect themselves as Catholics because of the members of the new Methodist church C. The Highland Scots and the Salzburgers were foreigners and couldn't be trusted to defend the British D. The king felt the colony had been a failure and the trustees had to be punished as an example
AA
During the Trustee Period, why were many small forts and protective buildings built to the south of Savannah? A. give the unemployed colonists something to do B. serve as protection against the Spanish in Florida C. appease the Highland Scots when they complained D. fulfill the obligations of the contract with England
B
During the colonial period, what was Georgia's official port of entry? A. Augusta B. Sunbury C. Savannah D. Darien
B
How did the "malcontents" feel about slavery? A. They were angry that the trustees went back on their words and allowed slavery B. They wanted slavery because it would help the economy thrive like the other colonies C. They hated slavery but were willing to allow it in exchange for maintaining restrictions on land ownership D. They did not care if the colony had slavery or not so long as Georgia kept its policy against the sale of rum
B
How many grievances against king George III are listed in the Declaration of Independence? A. 25 B. 27 C. 29 D. 33
B
In which region is the Okefenokee Swamp, the largest swamp in North America? A. Blue Ridge B. Coastal Plain C. Piedmont Plateau D. Ridge and Valley
B
What 2 countries were involved in the negotiations that ended the French and Indian War? A. Italy and France B. France and Great Britain C. Great Britain and Portugal D. France and the United States
B
What is included in the middle part of the Declaration of Independence? A. a declaration of war B. a list of grievances against the king C. a rationale for supporting the royal family D. signatures of the participants at the Continental Congress
B
What is the highest peak in Georgia? A. Amicalola Falls B. Brasstown Bald C. Cloudland Canyon D. Tallulah Gorge
B
What is the name of the fort designed to protect the southeastern boundary of Georgia? A. Savannah B. Fort Frederica C. St. Augustine D. Coweta
B
What major aspect of Georgia's climate influences business and industry to move into the state? A. Georgia seldom receives much snow B. Georgia has a consistently mild climate C. Georgia does not have tornadoes D. Georgia does not have hurricanes
B
What statement best describes Georgia's relative location A. Georgia is a northeastern state B. Georgia is located north of Florida C. Georgia is located in the southwestern United States D. Georgia is located in the southern and eastern hemispheres
B
What was the main purpose of the Spanish missions in the barrier islands? A. To provide protection for the area's European settlers B. To convert the Indians to Catholicism C. To establish trade with Spain D. To claim land for Spain
B
What was the main reason the Spanish explored North America? A. To build permanent settlements B. To find gold and riches C. To spread Christianity D. To fight the British
B
What was the name of Great Britain's policy of governing its colonies to build up its own gold supplies and to expand its trade? A. nationalism B. mercantilism C. a favorable trade balance D. the gold and silver balance
B
What was the name of the first British fort constructed in Georgia? A. Fort Frederica B. Fort King George C. Fort St. Andrew D. Fort Santa Catalina
B
What were Spain's first settlements in Georgia? A. Large cities located along the Chattahoochee River B. Catholic missions on Georgia's barrier islands C. Forts built along the Tennessee border D. Small communities surrounding modern-day Atlanta
B
When Georgia was a royal colony, how were members of the upper house of the legislature, the Governor's Council, chosen? A. They were elected by the voters B. They were appointed by the king C. They were appointed by the royal governor D. They were chosen by members of the lower house of the legislature
B
Where did the Highland Scots settle in Georgia? A. Augusta B. Darien C. New Ebenezer D. Savannah
B
Where was the first permanent British settlement built in the New World? A. St. Augustine B. Jamestown C. Massachusetts Bay D. Roanoke Island
B
Which 3 European groups were interested in the agricultural opportunities and trade with the Indians in the Southeastern part of the United States in the 18th century? A. Georgia, Florida, South Carolina B. French, Spanish, British C. Germans, Mexican, British D. Yamacraw, Creek, Yamasee
B
Which evidence that Georgia supported the American Revolution? A. There were no soldiers from Georgia in the Revolutionary army B. Georgia had delegates that signed the Declaration of Independence C. Georgia followed South Carolina in seceding from the Union D. The Stamp Act and Intolerable Acts were popular in Georgia
B
Which group came to the aid of James Oglethorpe in the Battle of Bloody Marsh? A. Catholics B. Highland Scots C. Salzburgers D. Spaniards
B
Which of the following describes Tomochichi? A. He was a Native American whom Oglethorpe enslaved and took to England as a prisoner B. He was a Native American chief who befriended Oglethorpe and allowed him to settle Savannah in peace C. He was the husband of Mary Musgrove D. He was a Native American chief who helped James Wright acquire land
B
Which river forms part of Georgia's eastern border? A. The Coosa River B. The Savannah River C. The Altamaha River D. The Etowah River
B
Which state LEAST explains why Georgia's water resources have attracted business and industry to the state? A. Georgia has water resources that provide hydroelectric power B. Georgia has a number of natural lakes C. Georgia has two major seaports D. Georgia has abundant water-related recreational facilities
B
Which statement BEST describes GA's first government as a royal colony? A. The government consisted of a unicameral legislature representing Georgia's eight counties B. The government had a bicameral legislature representing Georgia's eight parishes C. The government included a House of Commons and a House of Assembly, patterned after the government of Great Britain, representing all of the state D. the government was made up of an Advisory Council appointed by the king of England
B
Which statement best explains why Georgia enjoys a mild climate? A. Georgia is located in the northern hemisphere B. Georgia is located nearer the equator than the North or South poles C. Georgia is located on the Atlantic Coast D. Georgia is located in the western hemisphere
B
Which statement describes the characteristics of the barrier islands? A. They are frequently a target of many severe hurricanes. B. They serve as a wilderness sanctuary and attract thousands of tourists each year C. They are a good source of farmland D. They are home to many major corporation headquarters
B
Which statement is true concerning Georgia's four major transportation systems? A. Each works independently and rarely relies on the other three B. All four interact to deliver domestic and international goods C. Most businesses only use deepwater ports and railroads D. Only businesses are allowed to use the transportation system
B
Which statement is true of Georgia's Piedmont region? A. Agricultural products of Piedmont region include peaches, apples, oranges, pecans, peanuts, and vegetables B. The majority if the Piedmont region is a granite-based landform and the soil is red clay C. Much if the soil is sand as the region was once covered by water D. The region is home to over 25 percent of the state's population
B
Which term was used to describe those who complained about the policies of the trustees? A. dissidents B. malcontents C. objectors D. rebels
B
Which was NOT a provision of the Intolerable Acts? A. The British closed the port of Boston until the colonists paid for the tea that was destroyed in the Boston Tea Party B. The British required citizens of Boston to pay additional taxes to pay damage during the Boston Tea Party C. The British required citizens in all the colonies to house and feed British soldiers D. The British prohibited the Massachusetts colonists from having town meetings
B
Which was a primary motive for European explorations in the New World? A. Discovery of new cultures and people B. Gaining world power and position as a nation C. Learning new agricultural methods and techniques D. Bringing the idea of all men being equal to Native Americans
B
Which was a requirement of the colonists selected to make the trip with Oglethorpe to settle the thirteenth colony? A. They had to agree to defend the colony against all enemies and had to share their profits with South Carolina B. They had to agree to defend the colony against all enemies, had to use a portion of their land to grow mulberry trees, and had to agree not to sell their land C. They had to promise they would grow rice D. They had to convert to Catholicism in order to come to the new colony
B
Who established the early towns of Ebenezer and New Ebenezer? A. English colonists B. German Salzburgers C. Scottish Highlanders D. Polish Jews
B
Why did so many early Georgia settlers build settlements near the Fall Line? A. The Fall Line marked the end of fertile growing soil for farming B. The waterfalls of the Fall Line were difficult to travel over C. The Fall Line was away from Indian settlements D. The Fall Line was still close enough to the coast for transporting goods cheaply
B
Why is the Chattahoochee River important to Georgia? A. It is the primary mode of transportation between Georgia, Alabama, and Florida B. It provides several areas of the state with drinking water and recreational activities C. Savannah uses it for the city's deep eater port D. There are no other rivers that run through the middle of the state
B
Why was South Carolina so pleased to have Georgia become Great Britain's 13th colony? A. Georgia offered 2 more ports from which to export goods to Great Britain B. Georgia provided a buffer between South Carolina and the Spanish C. Georgia provided more mulberry trees for silkworms to eat D. Georgia attracted the Indians who were attacking South Carolina
B
how were governors selected under GA's first state constitution? A. by vote of citizens B. by legislature C. by chairman of each parish D. by the executive council of GA
B
what was the MOST significant result of the siege of Savannah? A. the British were pushed out of Georgia B. The city of Savannah remained in British hands C. It was the deadliest battle of the Revolutionary war D. it was the lag major conflict of the revolutionary war
B
which early people grew tobacco to use in ceremonies? A. Archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. Woodland
B
which prehistoric people were the FIRST to paint and tattoo their bodies? A. Archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. Woodland
B
which statement best describes the "join or die" drawing of the snake? A. the colonies were like a snake, they had many different parts B. the colonies could not live as separate colonies C. the colonies were different, just as the parts of a snake are different D. there were seven colonies at the time
B
which statement best explains why anti-British sentiment was less in Georgia than in other colonies during the revolutionary period? A. Georgia had more British settlers than the other colonies who were more loyal to Great Britain B. Georgia was far younger as a colony than the other colonies, and it still needed much support from Great Britain C. Georgia was not as successful as the other colonies, and it could not afford to raise funds to fight the British D. Georgia had a much smaller population than the other colonies, and it did not have enough men for an army to fight the British
B
which statement best explains why there are so few Paleo sites in Georgia? A. remains from the "Old stone age," when Paleo Indians lived, have been destroyed by natural forces such as erosion and changes in earth's surface B. because the Paleo Indians were nomadic, they did not leave many artifacts in one place C. because the Paleo Indians were concentrated primarily in Western states, if you would have been in Georgia D. as the oldest prehistoric civilization, those Paleo archaeological sites have been destroyed
B
which statement explains why archaeologists consider prehistoric Indians to have believed in some form of life after death? A. the legends of after life were passed down from generation to generation until today B. burial mounds for the dead contained items such as tools, tobacco pipes, and weapons C. Their pictographs and cave drawings depicted a spiritual world after the living world D. their tribal centers had churches for worship
B
who represented Georgia at the second continental congress in Philadelphia? A. Lyman hall, Archibald bulloch, John houstoun, noble jones, John zubly B. Lyman hall, button Gwinnett, George Walton C. James wright, John Hancock, William few, button Gwinnett, George Walton D. Lyman hall
B
who was the black soldier who was seriously wounded at the Battle of Kettle Creek? A. Crispus Attucks B. Austin Dabney C. Frederick Douglass D. Agippa Hall
B
why did the archaic people move frequently? A. to locate farmland B. to find enough food C. to trade with others D. to find secure shelter
B
- committees of correspondence - Boston tea party - continental congress Who supported most of these activities? A. Colonists B. Loyalists C. Patriots D. Royalists
C
-Many colonists had relatives in Great Britain and did not want to put them in danger -The British king was still paying money to support the colonists Like many colonists, Georgians were divided on the issues of the Revolutionary War. Why was Georgia reluctant to join the revolution at first? A. Georgia was self-sufficient B. Georgia has no objections to the Intolerable Acts C. Georgia was financially dependent on Great Britain D. Georgia had a long, successful history in self-government
C
-dock workers -highway construction workers -railroad engineers -pilots and airline mechanics Why do all the jobs in the list above exist? A. government laws B. funding from the legislature C. Georgia's transportation systems D. programs from the University of Georgia
C
Describe Oglethorpe's plan for the establishment of Savannah. A. Poor design for defense against invading armies B. Series of circular roads making travel easy C. City planned around open squares D. Decaying neighborhoods
C
How many years was Georgia a charter colony? (how long did the trustees keep the colony?) A. 10 years B. 15 years C. 20 years D. 21 years
C
In which region are the highest and largest group of mountains in Georgia located? A. Appalachian Plateau region B. Piedmont region C. Blue Ridge region D. Ridge and Valley region
C
In which region is Atlanta? A. Appalachian Plateau B. Blue Ridge C. Piedmont D. Ridge and Valley
C
John Reynolds established which of the following in Georgia? A. slavery B. regulations against rum C. a representative government D. restrictions against Catholics
C
One of the reasons given for the colonization of Georgia was to serve as a buffer colony. What does this mean? A. Georgia was a colony for settlement by the poor B. Georgia was an outpost for pirates attacking Spanish galleons C. Georgia was a military protective zone between English and Spanish settlements D. Georgia was an agricultural station experimenting with new strains of cotton plants
C
What are the names of the states that border Georgia? A. Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, and South Carolina B. Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Florida C. Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, and North Carolina D. Alabama, Mississippi, South Carolina, Florida, and North Carolina
C
What impact did the departure of Oglethorpe to England have on the colony? A. no impact; he was cleared of the charges against him and returned within the year B. No impact; after he married, he quickly returned to the colony to help the poor C. Great impact; under the new leader most restrictive laws were changed D. great impact; the new leaders quickly turned control over to the king
C
What is one major benefit of having four large transportation systems in Georgia? A. Traffic is not a concern B. There is not as much pollution C. It is easy to move goods and services D. It eliminates the need for the Post Office
C
What is the evident of items used by ancient peoples, such as pottery shards, weapons, tools, jewelry, called? A. fossils B. antiquities C. artifacts D. dig finds
C
What main purpose do Georgia's barrier islands serve? A. farming irrigation lands B. industrial development for corporations C. recreational activities for tourists D. research opportunities for college students
C
What was the first direct tax by the Parliament on the American colonies, which caused the colonies to unite against King George? A. Currency Act B. Proclamation of 1763 C. Stamp Act D. Sugar Act
C
What was the importance of the Battle of Bloody Marsh? A. It ended the threat of war from Native Americans B. It demonstrated the strength of the British militia C. It resulted in Georgia's gaining new lands on which to settle D. It was the beginning of a safe southern frontier for the British
C
When Columbus came to San Salvador, where did he believe he had landed? A. On the coast of America B. On the coast of Egypt C. On the coast of India D. On the coast of Japan
C
When did Georgia and the other colonies declare their independence from Great Britain? A. 1607 B. 1733 C. 1776 D. 1778
C
When was the Declaration of Independence approved by the 2nd Continental Congress members? A. August 2, 1776 B. August 2, 1777 C. July 4, 1776 D. July 4, 1777
C
Where did de Soto begin his voyage? A. Near Vicksburg, Mississippi B. Near Atlanta, Georgia C. Near Tampa, Florida D. Near Memphis, Tennessee
C
Where did de Soto enter the Mississippi River for the first time? A. Near Vicksburg, Mississippi B. Near Natchez, Mississippi C. Near Memphis, Tennessee D. Near Little Rock, Arkansas
C
Where did the Spanish establish Santa Catalina mission? A. Cumberland Island B. Jekyll Island C. St. Catherine's Island D. St. Simon's Island
C
Where was the first permanent Spanish settlement? A. Jamestown B. Los Angeles C. St. Augustine D. Yamacraw Bluff
C
Which British policy had the greatest affect on Georgia? A. The British increased an existing tax on wine and imported goods B. The British required the colonies to ship their goods on British ships only C. The British passed the Stamp Act, adding a tax on newspapers and licenses D. The British passed the Sugar Act to tax sugar and molasses from the West Indies
C
Which country was NOT a major colonizer of North America? A. France B. Great Britain C. Portugal D. Spain
C
Which definition describes a royal colony during the colonial period? A. A colony that was governed by a set of trustees B. A colony that was governed by charter owners C. A colony that was governed by the king of England D. A colony that was governed by its citizens
C
Which of statements is true? A. John Reynolds was extremely popular among the colonists and only left because he got ill B. Although the governor was appointed by the king, the assembly had most of the power in Georgia C. James Wright was the governor of Georgia longer than anyone else D. Since they would not negotiate, Governor Wright had to take land from the Cherokee by violent force
C
Which of the following goods were not taxed by the Stamp Act? A. newspapers B. playing cards C. tea D. legal documents
C
Which rivers form part of Georgia's borders with neighboring states? A. Chattahoochee, Flint, and Altamaha Rivers B. Flint, Savannah, and Ogeechee Rivers C. Savannah, Chattahoochee, and St. Mary's Rivers D. Oconee, St. Mary's, and Flint Rivers
C
Which statement BEST describes GA's gains from the French and Indian War? A. Georgia gained lands to the south and east, water access for shipping, and timber resources B. Georgia gained lands to the north and west, part of Florida, and waterways for travel C. Georgia gained land, naval stores and timber, farm acreage, and new settlers D. Georgia gained the Creek and Cherokee Indian lands and gold mines
C
Which statement best describes Georgia's location? A. Georgia is located in the western hemisphere B. Georgia is located in Pacific time zone C. Georgia is located in the South and Southeast D. Georgia is located east of the Continental Divide
C
Which statement describes a way that the barrier islands protect the mainland? A. They channel ocean saltwater away from inland rivers, creeks, and streams B. They block storms, such as hurricanes and nor'easters, from reaching the mainland C. They block much of the wind, sands, and water that could cause erosion on the mainland D. They lower tides so that Georgia does not experience damage from high tides
C
Which statement describes the Okefenokee Swamp? A. It has the highest recorded level of precipitation in Georgia B. It has the potential to produce hydroelectric power C. It is the largest freshwater marsh in Georgia D. It is located in the Piedmont region
C
Which weather pattern is the most dangerous aspect of Georgia's climate? A. Snowfall and rain B. Snowfall and hurricanes C. Hurricanes and tornadoes D. Tornadoes and rain
C
Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence? A. John Adams B. Benjamin Franklin C. Thomas Jefferson D. Thomas Paine
C
Who were the first Europeans to establish settlements in Georgia? A. English B. French C. Spanish D. Dutch
C
Why did James Oglethorpe suggest forming a colony for the poor? A. England wanted to rid of debtors permanently B. The homeless would readily come to the New World C. Oglethorpe had a friend who died in debtors prison D. The poor were mostly well-educated people who had fallen on hard times
C
Why is Georgia LESS LIKELY to feel the devastating impact of hurricanes that Florida or the Carolinas get? A. Georgia has no large cities or industries on the coast that would be destroyed B. Large manmade sand dunes along the coast keep hurricanes from moving inland C. The continental shelf off Georgia's coast helps move the hurricanes northward D. Georgia has more sophisticated hurricane-tracking equipment than other states
C
Why was de Soto's expedition considered a failure? A. De Soto died before the expedition was finished B. De Soto traveled in the wrong direction C. De Soto did not find any gold or riches D. De Soto's men died of disease
C
mounds are located in how many Georgia counties? A. 5 B. 6 C. 7 D. 8
C
name the oldest known Native American culture in North America A. archaic culture B. Mississippian culture C. paleo culture D. Woodland culture
C
of what material were most of the tools of the Paleo people made? A. copper B. flint C. stone D. wood
C
what are middens? A. burial mounds B. ceremonial lodge remains C. garbage piles D. buried village sites
C
what impact did the development of horticulture have on the pre-European Native American peoples? A. It allowed them to hunt more easily B. It made shellfish their most important source of food C. It led to better farming so that they did not have to move around so much D. it made pottery more durable and useful
C
what was the main weakness of the GA Constitution of 1777 A. it created an independent executive branch B. it established two parts in the legislative branch C. it gave too much power to the legislative branch D. it placed too much importance on checks and balances
C
which Native American mound, made of rocks, is in the shape of an eagle? A. Kolomoki Mound B. Etowah Mound C. Rock Eagle Mound D. Ocmulgee Mound
C
which people were the first to use the atlatl? A. archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. woodland
C
which statement is not an indication that the Mississippi and people were an advanced civilization? A. from archaeological sites, we know they had sophisticated farming methods and used farming tools B. from archaeological sites, we know they had lived in villages C. archaeological sites, we know they were nomadic, phone large animals that were there primarily food source D. from archaeological sites, we know The third dress and fashion styles became more complex and sophisticated
C
who was elected (by legislators) to be GA's first governor? A. button Gwinnett B. Lyman hall C. John treutlen D. George Walton
C
who was the femal Georgia patriot famous for capturing and killing a group of Tories during the revolution? A. Rebecca Felton B. Nancy Hart C. Mary Musgrove D. Molly Pitcher
C
After de Soto's death, where did his men go? A. Alabama B. Arkansas C. Mississippi D. Texas
D
During the French and Indian War, why did most of the Native American tribes side with the French? A. The Indians had become Catholic B. The Indians worked for the French as guides C. The Indians negotiated treaties with the French D. The Indians were trading partners with the French
D
During the early 1700s, the French, British, and Spanish had several conflicts in the territory that would eventually become Georgia. Why were these 3 countries interested in this region? A. The French and Spanish were called together in an effort to completely remove the British presence from the Southeast B. Only Georgia provided the necessary combination of fertile land and friendly Indian tribes to have a long term, stable colony C. It was the first place each one had designated as their primary colony in the new world, therefore, none of the countries could afford to leave the southeast D. All 3 countries had an interest in expanding; France's trade from the west, Spain's mission systems from the south, and Great Britain's trade networks from the north
D
Georgia ranks fourth in the nation in the number of wetlands found in the state. Which statement describes a wetland? A. A wetland is good farm land and is a major source of agricultural products B. A wetland contains clay and granite based soil C. A wetland is located in an area with very heavy annual rainfall D. A wetland is a low-lying area where water lies close to the surface
D
In what area of Georgia is the Appalachian Plateau located? A. southwest B. southeast C. northeast D. northwest
D
Into which hemisphere does the prime meridian place Georgia? A. eastern B. northern C. southern D. western
D
Marcus is travelling in the northeast portion of Georgia. He notices that as he travels he is consistently going over steep hills and plateaus and then back into low areas. In which geographic region is Marcus travelling? A. Piedmont B. Coastal C. Blue Ridge D. Valley and Ridge
D
The Highland Scots opposed which policy? A. keeping close ties with Great Britain B. giving women the right to vote C. trading with the Spanish D. permitting slavery
D
What event made European explorers think they could find an all-water route to the Far East? A. Rounding the southern top of Africa at the Cape of Good Hope by Diaz B. Stories told by navigators from Mediterranean ports C. Landing of Columbus at San Salvador D. The publication of Marco Polo's Travels
D
What law forbade colonists to move west of the Appalachian Mountains? A. Emancipation Proclamation B. Intolerable Acts C. Missouri Compromise D. Proclamation of 1763
D
When describing Georgia in relation to the rest of the United States, it would be correct to say Georgia is in which region? A. Northeast B. Northwest C. Southwest D. Southeast
D
Where did James Oglethorpe and the first Georgia colonists land when they arrived in Georgia? A. Fort Frederica near St. Simons Island B. For Pulaski on the Savannah River C. Ossabaw Island on Ossabaw Sound D. Yamacraw Bluff on the Savannah River
D
Which Georgia governor contributed much to the defenses of the colony? A. John Reynolds B. Lyman Hall C. Henry Ellis D. James Wright
D
Which advantage makes the Inner Coastal Plain a major agricultural resource for Georgia? A. Brackish rivers that combine fresh water and salt water B. A clay based soil that is able to grow all crops C. An ample supply of reservoirs/lakes that supply underground water D. A mild climate and long growing season
D
Which agricultural product is most commonly associated with the Ridge and Valley region of Georgia? A. Peaches B. Cotton C. Peanuts D. Apples
D
Which city id NOT located on Georgia's fall line? A. Columbus B. Macon C. Augusta D. Athens
D
Which group of Indians lived in the area where Oglethorpe led hid Georgia colonists? A. The Seminoles B. The Guale C. The Cherokees D. The Yamacraws
D
Which group was dominant religious group in Georgia during the colonial period? A. Jews B. Catholics C. Puritans D. Anglicans
D
Which is a true statement about the Charter of 1732? A. It was never approved and Oglethorpe founded the colony illegally B. It stated reasons why Georgia needed to be independent of England C. It provided King George an opportunity to invade Spain D. It listed multiple reasons, including charity, defense, and economics, for founding Georgia
D
Which of the following shows the correct order of events leading up to the American Revolution? A. Stamp Act Congress, Sugar Act, Intolerable Acts, Second Continental Congress B. Second Continental Congress, Sugar Act, Stamp Act Congress, Intolerable Acts C. Stamp Act Congress, Sugar Act, Second Continental Congress, Intolerable Acts D. Stamp Act, Stamp Act Congress, Intolerable Acts, Second Continental Congress
D
Which of the following statements would have been most likely been made by a "malcontent?" A. "Slavery is wrong and we cannot have it in GA." B. "God bless Oglethorpe and our trustees!" C. "Catholics should be allowed in Georgia." D. "It's my land! I should have a right to sell it or to have slaves who work it!"
D
Which people were the FIRST to live in tribes? A. Archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. Woodland
D
Which river forms a border between Georgia and Florida? A. The Coosa River B. The Altamaha River C. The Savannah River D. The St. Mary's River
D
Which statement BEST describes how the French and Indian War led to America's Revolutionary War? A. England gained control of Canada and tried to use Canada's tax structure on the 13th colonies B. France lost the Louisiana territory and the southern colonies argued with Great Britain over claims to the newly acquired lands C. France, which was bitter over losing the wear to Great Britain, incited rebellion in the colonies and enticed Spain to move into territories of the British colonists D. Great Britain was heavily in debt after the war and tried to recover monies by taxing colonies based on the idea that the war had been necessary to protect the colonies from the French
D
Which statement does NOT describe a cause-and-effect relationship between sever droughts and grocery store A. Droughts reduce agricultural production so there are less farm products to buy making prices rise B. Droughts reduce grain production so prices for livestock feed go up and meat costs more in the grocery store C. Increased costs of electricity due to shortages from hydroelectric power generation make the price of electric power go up D. A shortage of water limits water-related recreational activities and the prices of seafood go up
D
Which statement is true of the Blue Ridge region's contribution s to Georgia's economy? A. The mountains protect the state from storms entering the state from the Gulf of Mexico. B. The highest and largest mountains of the region are a major tourist attraction. C. The sandy loam mixture of clay, sand, and organic matter provides abundant granite makes this the major agricultural area in the state D. The mountains are a major tourist attraction, provide the source for a number of water related activities, and produce and abundance of hardwood timbers, apples, and vegetables
D
Which term BEST describes the kind of people Oglethorpe and his associates wanted to bring to Georgia? A. former convicts B. well educated C. deeply religious D. poor but worthy
D
Who was the first royal governor of Georgia? A. Robert Castell B. Robert Montgomery C. James Oglethorpe D. John Reynolds
D
Why was Fort King George established in Georgia before the colony was even founded? A. It guarded the British colonies against the French settlements to the south B. It housed a British garrison to protect Oglethorpe's first group of colonists C. It served as a Spanish mission for the Guale Indians D. It served as a British warning point for invaders south of South Carolina
D
With which trustee policy did colonists disagree? A. hard work B. land allotments C. military training D. prohibition of slavery
D
You hear another student say: "Georgia is located in the Southeastern region of the United States, which is on the continent of North America." This student is... A. partially correct, he means South America instead of North B. partially correct, he means Southwestern region instead of Southeastern C. incorrect, his entire statement is wrong D. correct, that is Georgia's location
D
during which prehistoric period did the bow and arrow come to use? A. Archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. Woodland
D
which best explains why archaeologists claimed to make and use pottery was one of the greatest contributions of the archaic Indians? A. pottery was used to hold water for the tribe B. pottery allowed the prehistoric Indians to record their culture for future generations through drawings/symbols on the pots C. the archaic Indians learned to decorate their pottery D. Pottery could be used to store food, allowing prehistoric Indians to survive living in one area
D
which prehistoric Indian culture hunted, fished, raised livestock, and cultivated crops? A. Woodland B. Paleo C. Archaic D. Mississippian
D
which was NOT a part of the prehistoric Indian culture in Georgia? A. Mississippian B. Woodland C. Paleo D. Creek
D
who were the first people to use burial mounds? A. Archaic B. Mississippian C. Paleo D. Woodland
D
why was Austin Dabney significant to Georgia in the American Revolution? A. Lost the battle of Kettle Creek B. provided the British with key information as a spy C. successfully took Savannah back from British control D. was a slave that fought against the British
D
