SS8H4 Westward Expansion - Part 1

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In SS8H4, we covered... the American Revolution, Bull Run, Westward Expansion

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Westward Expansion

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This university was the first public university in America. It was established January 27, 1785.

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University of Georgia

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UGA was possible because a land grant was given for the school.

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True

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What was the purpose of the University of Georgia?

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To educate everyone, not just the wealthy.

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This person was the first president of the University of Georgia. He also signed the Constitution of the United States.

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Abraham Baldwin

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Why was Atlanta formed?

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It made transporting goods from Augusta easier and faster.

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Georgia has had 5 capitals. What were they? (hint: SALMA)

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Savannah, Augusta, Louisville, Milledgeville, Atlanta

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Which city is currently the capital of Georgia?

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Atlanta

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What was the sole purpose for relocating the capitals of the state?

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The people moved west, so the capitals moved with the people.

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What land system is described below?
•Heads of households = 200 acres of FREE land, with the possibility of 1,000 acres total
•Men who had families or slaves received even more.
•50 Acres per servant or family member
•Soldiers could receive more land.

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