8th Chp 4 L4 Southern Colonies

What was James Oglethorpe's vision for the colony of Georgia?

• To create a haven for debtors and the poor

• To establish a major trading port

• To expand the British military presence

• To create a religious utopia

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What role did Lord Baltimore play in the founding of Maryland?

• He was the first governor of Maryland.

• He established Maryland as a haven for Catholics.

• He led the first settlers to Maryland.

• He was a military leader who defended Maryland.

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What were the primary causes of Bacon's Rebellion in 1676?

• Disputes over trade with Native Americans and economic hardship

• Religious conflicts and opposition to slavery

• Disputes over land ownership and taxation

• Political corruption and lack of representation

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Describe the life of indentured servants in the Southern Colonies.

• They were given land and freedom immediately upon arrival.

• They worked under contract for a set number of years in exchange for passage to America.

• They were treated as equals to free settlers.

• They were primarily used for skilled labor and crafts.

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What were some of the challenges faced by the settlers of Jamestown?

• Harsh winters and lack of food

• Frequent attacks by Spanish forces

• Overpopulation and lack of housing

• Religious persecution

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What were the founding principles of the colony of Georgia?

• Religious freedom and economic prosperity

• Military defense and social equality

• Agricultural development and trade

• Freedom for enslaved people and political independence

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How did Bacon's Rebellion impact the use of indentured servants in Virginia?

• It increased the reliance on indentured servants.

• It led to a decrease in the use of indentured servants and an increase in African slavery.

• It had no impact on the use of indentured servants.

• It resulted in the abolition of indentured servitude.

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What was the outcome of Bacon's Rebellion for Nathaniel Bacon himself?

• He was captured and executed.

• He was pardoned by the British government.

• He died of dysentery before the rebellion ended.

• He became the governor of Virginia.

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Which group primarily supported Nathaniel Bacon during the rebellion?

• Wealthy planters

• Frontier settlers and indentured servants

• British soldiers

• Native American tribes

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What was one of the main challenges faced by the Jamestown settlers in their early years?

• Lack of skilled labor

• Conflicts with Native American tribes

• Overabundance of resources

• Excessive rainfall

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