H2a Founding of Georgia Quiz

What year was the colony of Georgia officially founded?

• 1723

• 1733

• 1743

• 1753

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Who was one of the trustees responsible for governing the colony of Georgia?

• John Smith

• James Oglethorpe

• William Penn

• Roger Williams

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain why Georgia was not considered a debtor's colony despite common beliefs.

• Because it was primarily a military outpost

• Because no debtors were released from prison to settle there

• Because it was a religious refuge

• Because it was a trading hub

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Describe the role of the trustees in the governance of the Georgia colony.

• They were the sole rulers of the colony

• They were responsible for governing the colony collectively

• They acted as military leaders

• They were responsible for religious activities

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze how the differences between the Trustee and Royal Periods might have shaped Georgia's future.

• The Trustee Period focused on agriculture, while the Royal Period focused on industry

• The Trustee Period had strict regulations, while the Royal Period allowed for more economic freedom

• The Trustee Period was more democratic, while the Royal Period was autocratic

• The Trustee Period was focused on trade, while the Royal Period was focused on defense

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Evaluate the impact of James Oglethorpe's leadership on the early development of Georgia.

• He was the sole leader and made all decisions

• He was a key figure but worked with other trustees

• He had little to no impact on the colony

• He focused solely on military defense

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What was the primary purpose of Georgia's founding according to historical research?

• To serve as a debtor's colony

• To act as a buffer against Spanish Florida

• To establish a religious haven

• To create a trading post

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Compare the economic policies during the Trustee and Royal Periods of Georgia.

• Both periods focused on agriculture with no changes

• The Trustee Period restricted land ownership, while the Royal Period allowed for larger plantations

• The Trustee Period encouraged trade, while the Royal Period discouraged it

• Both periods had similar economic policies

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking