champ lab 10.15_10.16

By Tabitha Walker

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How would you describe this image?  What do you see? What do you not see?

​James Oglethorpe was an important British leader who helped establish the colony of Georgia in the early 1700s. Inspired by personal experiences, he became interested in helping poor and imprisoned people in Britain. After his friend Robert Castell died in prison from smallpox, Oglethorpe became passionate about prison reform and creating opportunities for disadvantaged people.

As a member of the British Parliament, Oglethorpe worked with 20 other Trustees to create a new colony in Georgia. He was the only trustee who actually traveled to the new territory, which made him a crucial leader in its early development. Oglethorpe's leadership was unique because he took on both military and civilian roles, sometimes even going against the original policies of the trustees.

During his time in Georgia, Oglethorpe accomplished several important things. He established the town of Savannah, made friends with Native American leaders like Tomochichi, and allowed different immigrant groups including Jewish, Scottish, and German settlers to live in the colony. He also defended the colony by fighting the Spanish three times. Although he left Georgia in 1743 and never returned, Oglethorpe lived long enough to see the colony become part of the United States, a testament to the foundation he helped create.

​James Oglethorpe: De facto founder of Georgia.
De facto: in reality but not by law

Multiple Choice

James Oglethorpe was said to be a philanthropist.

Philanthropy is

• having lots of money

• having lots of good luck

• give to others less fortunate

• don't know

Multiple Choice

Philanthropy is used to

• improve the less fortunate's conditions

• provide help to those suffering

• improve the quality of life in the communities

• all of the above

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James Oglethorpe was an important British leader who helped establish the colony of Georgia in the early 1700s. Inspired by personal experiences, he became interested in helping poor and imprisoned people in Britain. After his friend Robert Castell died in prison from smallpox, Oglethorpe became passionate about prison reform and creating opportunities for disadvantaged people.

As a member of the British Parliament, Oglethorpe worked with 20 other Trustees to create a new colony in Georgia. He was the only trustee who actually traveled to the new territory, which made him a crucial leader in its early development. Oglethorpe's leadership was unique because he took on both military and civilian roles, sometimes even going against the original policies of the trustees.

During his time in Georgia, Oglethorpe accomplished several important things. He established the town of Savannah, made friends with Native American leaders like Tomochichi, and allowed different immigrant groups including Jewish, Scottish, and German settlers to live in the colony. He also defended the colony by fighting the Spanish three times. Although he left Georgia in 1743 and never returned, Oglethorpe lived long enough to see the colony become part of the United States, a testament to the foundation he helped create.

Based on this passage, how would you describe James Oglethorpe?  Restate the question, answer, cite evidence from the text.

​Tomochichi was an important Native American leader who played a crucial role in the early settlement of Georgia. In 1728, he formed the Yamacraw tribe by bringing together members of the Creek and Yamasee Indians. Believing in the potential of British alliances, Tomochichi welcomed James Oglethorpe and allowed him to establish a settlement on Yamacraw Bluff, which would become the city of Savannah.

The chief developed a strong friendship with Oglethorpe and worked closely with Mary Musgrove as a translator. His diplomatic skills were remarkable, as he advised Oglethorpe on Native American affairs and relationships with the Spanish. Tomochichi even traveled to England, helping to create English-speaking schools for Native Americans in Georgia, which showed his commitment to cultural understanding and education.

When Tomochichi died in 1739 at around 90 years old, he was honored with full British military honors in Savannah. This recognition demonstrated the respect he had earned through his leadership and contributions to the early colonial period. His legacy represents an important example of cooperation and friendship between Native Americans and British settlers during a challenging time in American history.

​Tomochichi - Yamacraw Native American Chief

Multiple Choice

What was the name of the Creek chief who allowed Oglethorpe to settle in Georgia?

• Osceola
• Mcintosh
• Tomochichi
• Geronimo

Multiple Choice

Tomochichi helped Oglethorpe build the city of _______________

• Atlanta

• Savannah

• Chattanooga

• Augusta

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Tomochichi was an important Native American leader who played a crucial role in the early settlement of Georgia. In 1728, he formed the Yamacraw tribe by bringing together members of the Creek and Yamasee Indians. Believing in the potential of British alliances, Tomochichi welcomed James Oglethorpe and allowed him to establish a settlement on Yamacraw Bluff, which would become the city of Savannah.

The chief developed a strong friendship with Oglethorpe and worked closely with Mary Musgrove as a translator. His diplomatic skills were remarkable, as he advised Oglethorpe on Native American affairs and relationships with the Spanish. Tomochichi even traveled to England, helping to create English-speaking schools for Native Americans in Georgia, which showed his commitment to cultural understanding and education.

When Tomochichi died in 1739 at around 90 years old, he was honored with full British military honors in Savannah. This recognition demonstrated the respect he had earned through his leadership and contributions to the early colonial period. His legacy represents an important example of cooperation and friendship between Native Americans and British settlers during a challenging time in American history.

Based on the passage, how did Chief Tomochichi help to found the settlement of Savannah? 

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The early success of the Georgia colony was largely due to the cooperation between British settlers and local Native American leaders. James Oglethorpe, the colony’s unofficial leader, developed a strong alliance with Tomochichi, chief of the Yamacraw tribe. With the help of Mary Musgrove, who acted as a translator and cultural liaison, Oglethorpe and Tomochichi agreed to let the British settle on Yamacraw Bluff, where the city of Savannah was founded. This peaceful arrangement allowed the colony to grow without immediate conflict. Tomochichi later traveled to England with Oglethorpe to promote peaceful relations and secure benefits for his people, showing the depth of their partnership. The success of Georgia's early settlement depended not just on leadership, but on diplomacy, mutual respect, and cultural understanding.

Explain how the collaboration between Oglethorpe, Tomochichi, and Mary Musgrove demonstrates the importance of diplomacy and cultural understanding in the early success of the Georgia colony. Use specific examples from the passage to support your answer.

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