The Founding of Georgia

Question 1

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charter

Question 2

The new colony of Georgia was named after

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King George II.

Question 3

As a social reformer, James Oglethorpe supported the rights of struggling British citizens by

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investigating abuses in debtors’ prisons.

Question 4

The image shows the seal of the Georgia Trustees.

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the colony’s motto.

Question 5

Trustees required that citizens protect the colony by

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participating in the militia.

Question 6

A new colony would allow Britain to participate in mercantilism, meaning the colony would

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send raw materials to Britain.

Question 7

In order to establish a new colony in North America, Oglethorpe had to convince

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King George II.

Question 8

What would be James Ogelthorpe’s best argument for establishing a new colony in North America?

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It would serve as protection for South Carolina.

Question 9

When Oglethorpe designed the city of Savannah, what was his primary intention?

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equality

Question 10

Why was Tomochichi considered an ally of Georgia settlers?

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He helped keep peace between the settlers and the American Indians.

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