Georgia Historical Figures (2nd)

Why did James Oglethorpe travel to the United States?

• He liked to go to the beach.

• He wanted debtors to start a new life.

• He like apple pie and football.

• He wanted to start a family.

How did James Oglethorpe play a role in starting Georgia?

• He bought all the land from Tomochichi.

• He tricked the Creek into giving him their land.

• He gave Georgia its name.

• He worked with Mary Musgrove and Tomochichi and agreed to be peaceful.

How did Mary Musgrove play a role in starting Georgia?

• She helped build houses and plant crops.

• She gave away tools to the Englishmen.

• She helped Tomochichi and James communicate with each other.

• She hired James to work at her trading post.

How are the Creek Indians similar to you?

• They wear feathered hats and moccasins.

• They have summer and winter homes.

• They use water for many things.

• They make clothing from deerskin.

How are the Creek Indians different from you?

• They use water to wash, drink, and travel.

• They have ceremonies and festivals.

• They make clothing from deerskin.

• They eat fruits and vegetables.

How did Tomochichi play a role in starting Georgia?

• He allowed James Oglethorpe to start a colony in Georgia.

• He took all of their food and tools.

• He fought the Englishmen.

• He went to England and built houses there.

How did Sequoyah help the Cherokee people?

• He translated for Oglethorpe and Tomochichi

• He made sure the Native Americans and Englishmen liked working together

• He wrote many books for children to read

• He created the Cherokee alphabet

Where was Sequoyah born?

• Georgia

• Oklahoma

• Tenessese

• South Carolina