SS8H1 Mastery

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__________________________ inhabited Georgia from about 800 to 1600 CE, and were around when Europeans began exploring the area.

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Mississippian

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Which statement BEST describes the people of the Mississippian Period?

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They were farmers who used simple tools to grow their food in small gardens.

Front

What role did disease play in European exploration of the New World?

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Large number of Indians died due to no resistance to disease

Front

What was the MAIN reason Spanish built missions along the barrier islands?

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to spread Christianity

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Interested in the southeast for 3 things God, Gold, and Glory.

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Spain

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Spanish explorer who was searching for gold throughout the southeast region of America.

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Hernando De Soto

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Chief of the Yamacraw natives; befriended the founder of Georgia and allowed him to establish a colony in Yamacraw territory

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Tomochichi

Front

What was the cause of the Mississippians population to decline? Options: Natural disasters, Invasion by other tribes, Economic collapse

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Disease

Front

Which European country's goal was to have permanent colonies in North America?

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England

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Which statement would best describe Spain's interest in the New World?
Look for Gold thought to be abundant in the New World,
Spread the Catholic faith and gain influence,
Expand their empire to include more land and subjects,
All of the above

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All of the above