SS8H4 Test

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In SS8H4, we covered... the American Revolution, Bull Run, Westward Expansion

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Westward Expansion

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This university was the first public university in America. It was established January 27, 1785.

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University of Georgia

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UGA was possible because a land grant was given for the school.

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True

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What was the purpose of the University of Georgia?

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To educate everyone, not just the wealthy.

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This person was the first president of the University of Georgia. He also signed the Constitution of the United States.

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Abraham Baldwin

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Who was John Ross and what business did he own?

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John Ross was the Principal Chief of the Cherokee nation and he owned a ferry business.

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Why was Atlanta formed?

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It made transporting goods from Augusta easier and faster.

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Georgia has had 5 capitals. What were they? (hint: SALMA)

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Savannah, Augusta, Louisville, Milledgeville, Atlanta

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Which city is currently the capital of Georgia?

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Atlanta

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What was the sole purpose for relocating the capitals of the state?

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The people moved west, so the capitals moved with the people.