Review 1
Who was the founder of the colony of Georgia?
James Oglethorpe
How did the development of the cotton gin influence the economy of Georgia?
A. The planting of cotton became quicker, leading to an increase in farm workers’ wages.
B. Cotton mills in the state became more efficient, helping the South to industrialize.
C. Cotton could be processed much faster, leading to an increase in the planting of cotton.
D. Southern plantations moved their cotton swiftly to northern factories, raising the price of cotton.
C. Cotton could be processed much faster, leading to an increase in the planting of cotton.
What was the first city built by the Salzburgers in Georgia?
Ebenezer
St. Simons and Tybee are examples of which physical feature
Barrier Islands
Who served as interpreter for Ogelthorpe and Tomochichi?
Mary Musgrove
Who was the first African American mayor of Atlanta?
Maynard Jackson
This region of Georgia contains the highest elevation in the state. This area also receives the most rainfall of any of the regions.
Blue Ridge Mountains
Largest Geographic region (land area)
Coastal Plain
Nation that Georgia is a part of
United States
This King signed the Charter of 1732 which created GA
King George II
How did changes in Georgia’s agriculture during the second half of the 20th century affect the distribution of population in the state?
A. New agricultural practices were developed, leading more people to move to rural areas.
B. Many small farms were consolidated into larger farms, causing thousands of farmers to move to the cities.
C. Government assistance in farming helped local growers, allowing them to continue living in rural areas.
D. New cotton mills were built as a result of the increase in cotton production, forcing people to move near the mills.
B. Many small farms were consolidated into larger farms, causing thousands of farmers to move to the cities.
How has Jimmy Carter contributed to the area of human rights?
A. He worked for human rights as a constitutional lawyer in Georgia.
B. He drafted human rights legislation when he was Georgia’s governor.
C. He placed human rights at the center of his foreign policy as president.
D. He rescued victims of human rights abuses when he was a naval officer.
C. He placed human rights at the center of his foreign policy as president.
In which Native American culture was the shift made from hunting and gathering to farming?
Woodland
What role did Henry McNeal Turner play in Southern Reconstruction?
A. He helped found the Ku Klux Klan in Georgia.
B. He was a principal leader in Southern politics and society.
C. He was Georgia’s first African American U.S. senator.
D. He helped create political and religious organizations for freed slaves.
D. He helped create political and religious organizations for freed slaves.
Henry McNeal Turner was a key leader during Reconstruction who:
His work helped build strong religious and community foundations for African Americans in the South after the Civil War.
Two Hemispheres that Georgia is located
Northern and Western
Largest freshwater wetland (swamp) in Georgia; contains more than 400 species of animals
Okefenokee Swamp
How did Sherman’s March to the Sea affect the state of Georgia?
A. Sherman’s march diverted Union attention from Georgia, allowing the state’s militia to recover.
B. The March to the Sea destroyed Georgia’s agriculture and roads, devastating the state’s economy.
C. People in the state were proud that Georgia-born Sherman distinguished himself during the march.
D. The March to the Sea was the first time the Union army actually entered the state of Georgia
B. The March to the Sea destroyed Georgia’s agriculture and roads, devastating the state’s economy.
During Sherman's March to the Sea, General William Tecumseh Sherman led Union troops across Georgia using a “total war” strategy.
This meant:
How long is the term of office for Georgia’s governor?
4 years
Which statement describes a difference between the Woodland culture and the Mississippian culture? A. Mississippian society was organized into chiefdoms. B. Trading with other groups was part of the Woodland culture. C. Farming was an important activity for the Woodland Indians. D. The people of Mississippian culture constructed mounds.
A. Mississippian society was organized into chiefdoms.
The key difference is that the Mississippian culture developed more complex political systems, including chiefdoms with clear leadership and social structure.
Which of these was an effect of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson?
A. Many African Americans became small business owners.
B. Many African American youths were required to work in the fields.
C. African Americans were restricted from entering many public places.
D. African American students had access to a college education for the first time.
C. African Americans were restricted from entering many public places.
The Plessy v. Ferguson decision established the idea of “separate but equal.”
Georgia's longest serving Royal Governor
James Wright
What was the number of trustees that lead GA during the Trustee period?
21
Churches started by Spain to convert people to Catholicism
Missions
Which right do all juveniles have when taken into custody?
A. the right to a fair trial
B. the right to be judged as an adult
C. the right to have a jury of juvenile peers
D. the right to a lesser sentence than an adult
A. the right to a fair trial
What was one reason for the siege of Savannah during the American Revolution?
A. to end the colonial blockade of British ships
B. to end the British military occupation of the city
C. to force Savannah Loyalists to support the independence movement
D. to force Savannah businesses to provide military support to the Patriots
B. to end the British military occupation of the city
What region in the world is Georgia?
Southeast
Which group of people was MOST affected by the boll weevil in the years between World War I and World War II?
cotton farmers
Who was the "Father of Georgia; founder and Head Trustee of Georgia
James Ogelthorpe
How did the development of Atlanta after World War II affect the growth of Georgia?
A. Atlanta’s growth turned the city into the economic center of the state.
B. Atlanta’s growth marked the end of the state being a leader in agriculture.
C. As Atlanta grew, the rest of the state saw a decrease in the economy and an increase in poverty.
D. As Atlanta grew, the rest of the state showed a decrease in population and an increase in the average age of the people.
A. Atlanta’s growth turned the city into the economic center of the state.
Which of these is an example of income?
A. Ali buys a new pair of brand-name sneakers.
B. Sam takes out a loan to pay for his tuition for college.
C. Maria puts money into a savings account at her local bank.
D. Timothy earns an hourly wage working at a fast-food restaurant.
D. Timothy earns an hourly wage working at a fast-food restaurant.
Which of these is an example of someone using credit?
A. Candace purchases a new smartphone with cash.
B. Malik borrows money from the bank to buy a new car.
C. Ralph puts money into a fund for college each pay period.
D. Cheryl receives twenty-five dollars each time she mows the lawn.
B. Malik borrows money from the bank to buy a new car.
Country that controlled the Florida Territory
Spain
Conflict between France and Great Britian where both sides allied with several Native American Tribes
French and Indian War
He led Georgia's militia to victory over 800 British soldiers
Elijah Clarke
Law that placed taxes on all paper goods and products
Stamp act
Who are the three Royal Governors of Georgia?
John Reynolds, Henry Ellis and James Wright
Colonists who favored remaining under British control
Loyalists
Title of the person who controlled Royal Colonies
King
Female Georgia patriot who captured and killed a group of Tories (Georgians loyal to Britian)during the Revolution.
Nancy Hart
American Revolution battle in GA; victory for Georgia as the militia were able to defeat and gain supplies from the British
Battle of Kettle Creek
Economic system where you export more than you import
Mercantilism
Colonists who favored the colonies gaining independence from the British
Patriots
Which behavior might cause a juvenile to be treated as an adult during the criminal process?
A. committing armed robbery
B. painting graffiti on a building
C. getting into a fight with someone
D. driving faster than the speed limit
A. committing armed robbery
How do immigrant groups affect the Georgia economy? A. They reintroduce bartering.
B. They perform essential jobs and buy goods.
C. They cause state government revenues to decline.
D. They revive public and private industry labor unions.
B. They perform essential jobs and buy goods.
Most of these colonists came from Scotland, they were dissatisfied
Malcontents
Religion that was not allowed to settle in Georgia
Catholics
Three signers of the Declaration of Independence from Georgia
Person, considered property, forced to work for their owner
Slave