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WorksheetsPhillips Ga Studies: 1st Semester Exam Study Guide
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The first government of the United States was the
Constitution
Mayflower Compact.
Articles of Confederation.
Declaration of Independence.
Which of these played the BIGGEST role in the creation of Georgia towns and cities in the 1820s-1850s?
the cotton gin
the planning of suburbs
the building of new ports
the construction of railroad lines
The MAIN reason Abraham Baldwin formed the University of Georgia was because he
knew that this would please Governor Lyman Hall.
thought educated people were more likely to improve Georgia.
thought it would help him win a seat on the U.S. Supreme Court.
knew that many people in Georgia had to travel far to go to college.
The Charter of the University of Georgia was important to education MAINLY because it
was mostly written by the lawmaker Abraham Baldwin.
was signed three years before the U.S. Constitution.
said that education was the responsibility of the state.
said that the university should be located in Louisville.
The railroad caused the development of what Georgia city?
Augusta
Marietta
Atlanta
Savannah
Which of these accurately reflects a WEAKNESS in the Articles of Confederation?
Congress taxed citizens too much.
There was no separation of powers.
The document was too easily amended by the states.
The central government held too much power over the states.
Button Gwinnett, George Walton, and ________________ were the three signers of the Declaration of Independence from Georgia.
Lyman Hall
James Wright
Thomas Jefferson
James Oglethorpe
Which system offered Georgia settlers 200 acres of free land, with an additional 50 acres per family member or slave?
the Land Lottery
the Headright system
the Cherokee cession
the County Unit system
Which system distributed land by matching 202 or 490 acre plots with numbered tickets held by potential settlers?
the Land Lottery
the Headright system
the Cherokee cession
the County Unit system
The sale of western Georgia lands, known as the “Yazoo lands,” was controversial MAINLY because
members of the Georgia legislature approved the deal.
the deal involved bribing important people in Georgia.
people did not want to take land from Native Americans.
settlers believed that no part of Georgia should be sold.
The post-colonial distrust of strong, national governmental power can most clearly be seen in the creation of the
Constitution.
Sons of Liberty.
Mayflower Compact.
Articles of Confederation.
The Sons of Liberty, a group that vocally rebelled against the British prior to the American Revolution, would be most supported by what group?
Loyalists
Patriots
Royalists
Tories
The cotton gin, new farmlands in the west, and the demand for cotton in northern and European textile factories led to
an increase in demand for slaves in the years leading up to the Civil War.
a decrease in demand for slaves in the years leading up to the Civil War.
the development of an industrialized southern economy.
the Missouri Compromise and the Kansas-Nebraska Act.
A Loyalist in North America in the 1770s would have MOST LIKELY supported which of these?
revolution against the King
boycotting British-made goods
remaining a part of Great Britain
declaring independence from Great Britain
A Patriot in North America in the 1770s would have MOST LIKELY supported which of these?
boycotting British-made goods
supporting the "Coercive Acts"
remaining a part of Great Britain
becoming a member of the "red coats"
Which of these describes the purpose of the "Headright System" used in many areas early in Georgia's history?
to take power away from Parliament
to encourage people to settle in Georgia
to decrease the use of slavery in the colonies
to provide a buffer zone between Georgia and Florida
Until 1802, the western boundary of Georgia was the Mississippi River. What caused Georgia to give up its land claims in present-day Mississippi and Alabama?
The state could not raise enough funds to purchase the territory from the Spanish.
The General Assembly decided that the expense of defending the territory from Indian attacks was too great.
The state ceded the land to the federal government in exchange for just over one million dollars to settle the Yazoo land fraud.
The federal government wanted to set the land aside as reservations for the Indians that were being relocated from the east.
sided with Great Britain in the American Revolution
were known as "Tories" or "King's Men"
made up approximately 20% of the colonial population
What colonial-era group is being described by these facts?
the Patriots
the Redeemers
the Loyalists
the Sons of Liberty
After winning the French & Indian War, Great Britain passed the Proclamation of 1763 which made the colonists angry because
it did not allow them to settle on land west of the Appalachian mountains.
it passed a tax on items such as newspapers, wills and contracts.
it forced colonists to house and feed British soldiers.
it took away their representation in Parliament.
Which goods did Great Britain pass a direct tax on that led to boycotts and a group of delegates to meet to determine how to protest it?
tea and syrup
weapons and bullets
sugar, rum, and molasses
newspapers, wills, and licenses
What did the French and Indian War and the Stamp Act have in common?
They were both causes of the American Revolution.
They were both effects of the American Revolution.
They both angered southern colonists and led to secession.
They both helped establish the authority of the Federal government.
The Declaration of Independence was approved by the Second Continental Congress on __________.
July 4, 1776
December 25, 1776
September 17, 1787
September 25, 1791
Which statement BEST describes the city of Savannah during the American Revolution?
It was held by the British for much of the war.
It became abandoned after the British captured Charleston.
It was a haven for Patriots fleeing British influence further inland.
It served as the capital of the Continental Army in the southern states.
This map shows the cities that have been capitals of Georgia. What trend can be seen when studying the map?
The location of capitals have shifted westward over time.
The capitals were moved to be further from invading armies.
The location of capitals have been located next to major bodies water.
The capitals have all been located in cities with the largest trading centers.
Which of these BEST describes the significance of the Battle of Kettle Creek (February 1779)?
The Patriot victory convinced France to support the Patriots.
The British victory there solidified their control of the state.
The Patriot victory there raised the morale of all Georgia Patriots.
The British victory there prevents the Patriots from retaking Savannah.
Thousands of years ago, a large portion of Georgia was under the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. As the waters receded, what region of Georgia was formed?
the Piedmont
the Coastal Plain
the Appalachian Plateau
the Blue Ridge Mountains
What is the geographic significance of the Piedmont region of Georgia?
It is made up of rolling hills and is home to Stone Mountain.
It is known for the production of lumber, marble, and textiles.
You can find Georgia's tallest mountain, Brasstown Bald, in this region.
It is the region of the state where the rivers begin flowing to the ocean.
Which of these BEST describes the location of Georgia?
Middle West United States
Northwestern United States
Southwestern United States
Southeastern United States
Macon, Augusta, and Columbus are located in which region of Georgia?
Blue Ridge Mountains
Appalachian Plateau
Coastal Plain Region
Piedmont Region
The beginning of the Appalachian Trail is located within which region of Georgia?
Blue Ridge
Appalachian Plateau
Valley and Ridge
Piedmont Region
Which physical feature was once covered by the sea?
Tallulah Gorge
Stone Mountain
The Okefenokee Swamp
The Appalachian Mountains
Which subject is specifically addressed in the Georgia State Constitution?
coining money
declaring war
immigration
education
Which section comes FIRST in the Georgia State Constitution?
Preamble
Education
Bill of Rights
Executive Branch
Which of these BEST completes the chart?
protection for the accused
bearing and keeping arms
freedom of the press
serving on juries
In order for a person to be able to vote in the state of Georgia, he or she must
hold a driver license.
be a property owner.
be a legal resident of the state of Georgia.
have lived in the country for at least four years.
What is the first step in creating laws in the state of Georgia?
introducing a bill
voting on a resolution
signing by the governor
reviewing by committees
A student can participate in civic life by volunteering in the community. Community volunteering is an example of which type of civic action?
duty
obligation
responsibility
right
The state of Georgia is located on what continent?
South America
United States
North America
Northern Hemisphere
The Blue Ridge region of Georgia is found in what area of the state?
Northeast
Northwest
Southeast
Southwest
The "Fall Line" is the dividing point between which two geographic regions in Georgia?
Blue Ridge and Piedmont
Piedmont and Coastal Plain
Blue Ridge and Valley & Ridge
Appalachian and Valley & Ridge
Which type of trade have Georgians engaged in since the 1730s?
overseas
railroad
interstate
air travel
If the governor vetoes a bill, what is required for the General Assembly to override his veto?
a unanimous vote
a 2/3 majority vote
a 3/4 majority vote
a simple majority vote
On this map, the state of Georgia is in which section of the map?
A
B
C
D
Which of these mountain ranges represents the Appalachian Mountains?
1
2
3
4
Which of these would be MOST likely to be found in Article I of the Georgia Constitution?
"All courts of the state shall comprise a unified judicial system."
"No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property except by due process of law."
"No person who is not a registered voter; who has been convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude...."
"There shall be a Governor who shall hold office for a term of four years and until a successor shall be chosen and qualified."
Area 2 on this map of Georgia is representing which geographic region of Georgia?
Piedmont
Blue Ridge
Lower Coastal Plan
Upper Coastal Plain
The Georgia Constitution consists of
a Preamble and eleven Articles.
no Preamble but ten Amendments.
a Preamble and fifteen Articles.
no Preamble but twenty seven Amendments.
Which area on the map would be MOST likely to have many active ports?
1
2
3
4
In what way is the Georgia Constitution SIMILAR to the United States Constitution?
They each have been amended 27 times.
They each contain just seven "articles."
They each have remained unchanged since their approval.
They set up a separation of powers within the government.
Which of these is the BEST example of a citizen exercising his or her rights?
Refusing to pay sales taxes.
Throwing rocks at protesters.
Writing an email to your mayor, critical of the mayor's actions.
Speeding in a school zone in order to get home to feed your dog.
How is citizenship related to voting?
Only citizens are allowed to vote in elections.
Only natural-born citizens may vote in elections.
You can vote regardless of your citizenship status.
You must be a citizen for five years before voting in an election.
The Governor's vetoing of a bill that the General Assembly approves is an example of what principle?
judicial review
checks and balances
separation of powers
representative government
Choose the BEST answer to this statement: "After a bill is introduced in the Legislative branch, the bill __________."
becomes law
is voted on by the house that introduced it
receives comments from the Executive branch
is sent to a committee for study and discussion
Paragraph III. Qualifications of members of General Assembly. (a) At the time of their election, the members of the Senate shall be citizens of the United States, shall be at least 25 years of age, shall have been citizens of this state for at least two years, and shall have been legal residents of the territory embraced within the district from which elected for at least one year.(b) At the time of their election, the members of the House of Representatives shall be citizens of the United States, shall be at least 21 years of age, shall have been citizens of this state for at least two years, and shall have been legal residents of the territory embraced within the district from which elected for at least one year.- from Section Section II of Article III of the Constitution of the State of Georgia
What can you conclude from reading this section of the Georgia Constitution?
Age should not be a factor when determining who can or cannot serve in government.
The qualifications are higher for the Senate than for the House of Representatives.
The qualifications are higher for the House of Representatives than for the Senate.
All members of the government are required to be natural born citizens of the state of Georgia
Paragraph I. Senate and House of Representatives. (a) The Senate shall consist of not more than 56 Senators, each of whom shall be elected from single-member districts.(b) The House of Representatives shall consist of not fewer than 180 Representatives apportioned among representative districts of the state.- from Section II, Article III of the Constitution of the State of Georgia
What can you conclude from reading this section of the Georgia Constitution?
Age should not be a factor when determining who can or cannot serve in government.
The qualifications are higher for the Senate than for the House of Representatives.
The qualifications are higher for the House of Representatives than for the Senate.
Members of the Senate likely represent more people than members of the House of Representatives.
Suppose the House passes a bill that is the taken to the Senate. The Senate approves the bill, but makes a few changes to the original text. What would happen next?
It would become law.
It would go back to the House for approval.
It would be sent to the Governor to be signed.
It would go back to a Senate committee for debate.
Constance and her family went on vacation in Georgia. They visited Lookout Mountain in the northwest corner of Georgia, known both for its geology and for its role in the Civil War. From there, they traveled to northeast Georgia and visited Brasstown Bald, the highest point in the state. In both places they went hiking and camping.
When Constance visited Lookout Mountain, what region was she seeing?
Piedmont
Blue Ridge
Coastal Plain
Appalachian Plateau
If you were going to visit the source of the Chattahoochee River, which number would you visit?
1
2
3
4
Georgia's "Barrier Islands" are circled on the map. Which of these offers the BEST explanation for this name?
It attracts many tourists each year.
It protects Georgia's fresh water supply.
It helps protect mainland Georgia from storms & erosion.
It prevents people from Florida from entering Georgia.
Which branch of the Georgia government is responsible for administering the laws and carrying out the programs of the state?
Executive
Judicial
Legislative
President
The first constitution of the state of Georgia was written during
the Civil War.
the Trustee Period.
the Reconstruction Era.
the American Revolution.
The Georgia Seal- seen here on the Georgia Flag- contains the state motto “Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation.” Historians believe this motto is meant to represent which of these?
the three regions of Georgia
the three capitals of the state
the three branches of government
the three periods of Georgia history
In Georgia, who is MOST responsible for making the laws of the state?
the Governor
the State Senate
the Supreme Court
the General Assembly
In Georgia, who is MOST responsible for interpreing the laws of the state?
the Governor
the State Senate
the Supreme Court
the General Assembly
What would be the BEST title for this chart?
Federalism
Checks and Balances
Separation of Powers
Representative Democracy
Which of these is a major DIFFERENCE between the Georgia Constitution and the U.S. Constitution?
Only the U.S. Constitution deals with individual rights and freedoms.
Only the U.S. Constitution specifically creates a legislative branch of the government.
U.S. Supreme Court justices are appointed while Georgia Supreme Court justices are elected.
An American president can only serve two consecutive four-year terms in office, but a Georgia governor can serve three consecutive four-year terms.
Georgia is found in what country?
Canada
East Coast
the Southeast
the United States
Which of these BEST describes an importance of the Appalachian Mountains for the state of Georgia?
They are the oldest chain of mountains in North America.
They serve as the main boundary between Georgia and Alabama.
They serve as the "fall line" separates the area from the Coastal Plains region.
They act as a means of collecting and diverting rainfall into Georgia's river systems.
Which of these represents the MOST important role played by the Chattahoochee River?
It is the boundary between Georgia and Alabama.
It serves as a major source of water for people in the Piedmont Region.
It is the biggest tourist attraction for people visiting the Coast Plains Region.
It is the main source of trade between the states of Georgia, Alabama, and Florida.
Which statement BEST describes the power of government provided by the Articles of Confederation?
The national government held most of the power.
Congress enforced its power by taxing the states.
The states had more power than the national government.
Government served to successfully unite the needs of all states.
What effect did Hernando de Soto's expedition in Georgia have on American Indians there?
it caused a mass migration of American Indians from Georgia
it began a long-term trading relationship with American Indians
it inspired American Indians to join the Spanish mission system
it brought illnesses that caused American Indian population loss
How do members of the General Assembly get into office?
They are nominated by committees.
They are elected by secret ballot.
They are appointed by the governor.
They are chosen during town hall meetings.
Which BEST describes the governor’s role in creating or amending laws in Georgia?
The governor can introduce bills to the General Assembly.
The governor can veto bills passed by the General Assembly.
The governor can override vetoes passed by the General Assembly.
The governor can write formal resolutions for the General Assembly.
Which grouping lists the main reasons for Spanish exploration of the "New World"?
"God, glory, and gold"
"Salt, silk, and spices"
"Rum, slaves, and molasses"
"Trade, silver, and jewels"
Who is being described by these statements?
Eli Whitney
Eliza Pinckney
Timothy Dwight
Michael Faraday
Which Georgia delegate considered his role in the Great Compromise to be his "greatest public service"?
William Few
Lyman Hall
William Pierce
Abraham Baldwin
What was the BIGGEST reason that Europeans began to explore unknown regions of the world during the Age of Exploration?
Europeans believed that there were cultures who needed to be taught about Christianity.
Europeans had a desire to find uncivilized cultures and teach them the correct way to live.
Europeans wanted to discover new lands, new creatures, and new cultures in order to expand their knowledge of the world.
Europeans wanted new sources of raw materials and new markets to which they could sell goods, increasing European wealth.
Which number on this map marks the area of colonial North America controlled by Great Britain around the year 1700?
1
2
3
4
Who is MOST responsible for writing the Declaration of Independence?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
Richard Lee
Bills become laws through a detailed and thorough process, to ensure they are fair and beneficial to citizens. What step correctly completes this list of actions involved in creating a new state law?
1. A bill is introduced in either house.
2. Lawmakers work in committees.
3. The bill is debated on the floor.
4. Lawmakers vote on the bill.
5. The bill is sent to the other house.
6. ?
7. The bill is sent to the governor for approval.
The process is repeated in other house.
The house leader signs the bill into law.
The bill automatically becomes a state law.
State supreme court justices vote on the bill.
What was the main purpose of the early Spanish missions?
to establish secure borders for Spanish settlers
to provide formal education for Native American children
to teach Catholicism and the Spanish language to Native Americans
to establish a marketplace to trade goods between Spanish settlers and Native Americans
Many Native American cultures were efficient at growing maize well before Europeans arrived in the America. Maize is another word for ___.
corn
wheat
melon
tobacco
The Mississippians were considered to be horticulturalists, which means they were
Native Americans.
hostile to non-Mississippians.
people who relied on hunting and gathering.
people who grew plants, fruits, and vegetables.
Mississippian Indians used a technique of "building walls with a network of interwoven sticks and covered with mud or clay."
- - Georgia Department of Education
What was this technique called?
Sod and Log
Wattle and Daub
Thatch and Weave
Brick and Mortar
