GA Studies 8th Grade Unit 2-3 Review

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Which list gives the correct location of Georgia?

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Southeastern United States, North America, Western Hemisphere

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Which number identifies the region that served as the primary cotton­ growing area and is the location of most of Georgia’s major cities?

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2

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How does the map show the economic importance of the Savannah River?(SS8G1)

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Much of Georgia's energy is produced along the river.

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What was one reason the Spanish started settlements in North America?

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To convert Native Americans to Christianity.

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What was the main goal of Hernando de Soto's exploration?

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Find Gold

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Which of the following best describes Tomochichi?

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He was a Native American chief who befriended Oglethorpe and allowed him to settle Savannah in peace.

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The Georgia colony allowed Jews and Protestants but not Catholics. (SS8H2)

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True

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Which country was not a major colonizer of the New World?

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Italy

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Which answer was the MAIN cause of the conditions listed?

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European exploration and colonization

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Which of the following is NOT a reason for European exploration to and discovery of the New World?
- desire to spread the Jewish faith to new continents and peoples
- direct access to Far East trade routes that were not controlled by Muslims
- expansion of empire through conquest and colonization
- access to purportedly abundant deposits of gold and silver

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desire to spread the Jewish faith to new continents and peoples