GA geography
which region is georgia in?
southeast region
What is the largest freshwater swamp in North America?
Okefenokee
Which region has two major rivers starting
in it?
blue ridge.
this type of rock was used by the Mississippian Indians to make knives.
chert
What type of government did the Articles of Confederation create?
confederal government
which 5 states border GA
FL,AL,SC,NC,TN
What is an atlatl
a weapon the Indians used
Which region would most likely have
alligators?
coastal plain
What were 3 reasons the Georgia colony was started?
Economics (Mercantilism)
Defense (Military)
Charity (Philanthropy)
What was the Great Compromise?
agreement that settled the heated debate between large and small states
which region is the carpet capital of the world?
Valley and Ridge
What foods were farmed by the Mississippians
mase(CORN)
Which region was once known for its coal
manufacturing?
Appalachian Plateau
What was the first capital and planned city in Georgia?
savannah
List two reasons why many Georgians were Loyalists
Gratitude and Protection
Economic Ties
humid and mild climate discribes GA what?
GA climate
What was the purpose of the Spanish missions?
The 3 G's
Which region has the biggest population?
piedmont
Why did the Salzburgers come to Georgia?
freedom
Where can I find the quote “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”?
the Declaration of Independence.
what physical feature does GA and SC share?
savannah river
What nation is Georgia part of?
The USA
What was the largest amount of land that the
Trustees would allow for the Georgia colonist?
500 acres
hat 2 things did the Malcontents want that the Highland Scots and
Salzburgers did not want?
The legalization of slavery
the legalization of rum
The Stamp Act, Tea Act, Townshend Acts, and Intolerable Act led to
which event?
American Revolution