SC History Spring 2025 Final Exam

What was the first settlement in South Carolina?

• San Miguel de Gualdape (1526), a short-lived Spanish settlement near present-day Georgetown.

• Charleston, established in 1670.

• Columbia, founded in 1786.

• Fort Dorchester, built in 1757.

Who was Eliza Lucas Pinckney and how did she affect SC history?

• She developed indigo as a cash crop, boosting the economy and exports of South Carolina.

• She was the first female governor of South Carolina.

• She introduced cotton farming to South Carolina, leading to a decline in indigo production.

• She was a prominent abolitionist who fought against slavery in South Carolina.

What was the primary purpose of the Proclamation Line of 1763?

• To encourage westward expansion of white settlers.

• To prevent white settlers from moving westward into Native American lands.

• To establish trade routes with Native American tribes.

• To create new colonies in the western territories.

Explain the French settlement at Parris Island, South Carolina in 1562.

• Charlesfort, established by Jean Ribault; it failed due to lack of supplies and leadership.

• A successful trading post that thrived for decades.

• A military fort that was used to defend against Spanish attacks.

• A colony that became the capital of French Louisiana.

What was the American name for the conflict known in Europe as the Seven Years War?

• The French and Indian War

• The War of 1812

• The American Civil War

• The Revolutionary War

Describe the Boston Massacre and why it happened.

• In 1770, British soldiers killed five colonists during a protest; tensions were high due to British troop presence and taxes.

• The Boston Massacre was a peaceful protest that led to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

• The Boston Massacre occurred in 1775 when colonists attacked British soldiers, leading to a war.

• The Boston Massacre was a naval battle between British ships and American colonists.

Explain how rice became the first cash crop in SC.

• West African enslaved people brought knowledge of rice cultivation; the crop thrived in SC’s wetlands and was nicknamed Carolina Gold because of its color and the wealth it brought to the colony.

• Rice was introduced to SC by European settlers who cultivated it in dry fields.

• The climate in SC was unsuitable for rice, so it was primarily grown in other southern states.

• Rice became popular due to its use in local cuisine, leading to increased demand.

Who did Congress choose to lead the Continental Army and why?

• George Washington, chosen for his military experience and leadership skills, and to unify the colonies.

• Thomas Jefferson, selected for his diplomatic skills and vision for independence.

• John Adams, appointed for his strong political influence and oratory skills.

• Benjamin Franklin, chosen for his scientific knowledge and ability to negotiate with foreign powers.

Explain the purpose of the Township Plan.

• To promote agricultural development in urban areas.

• To encourage settlement in the backcountry and create a buffer between Native Americans and coastal settlers.

• To establish trade routes between coastal cities and inland territories.

• To provide financial support for coastal settlers.

Describe the Stono Rebellion.

• A 1739 slave uprising near Charleston; enslaved Africans tried to escape to Spanish Florida but were defeated.

• A peaceful protest by enslaved people seeking better working conditions in 1740.

• A military conflict between British colonists and Native Americans in 1735.

• A rebellion led by indentured servants against their masters in 1738.