Unit 2 Summative Review

Front

What can be inferred based on the picture of De Soto’s arrival in the Americas?

Back

De Soto and his conquistadors forced their dominance, culture, and religion on the American Indians.

Front

How did Hernando de Soto’s march through Georgia change the lives and culture of Native Americans?

Back

The expedition resulted in the death of thousands of Indians from violence and disease.

Front

According to the map to the right, which regions of Georgia did Hernando de Soto NOT enter?

Back

Appalachian Plateau and Blue Ridge

Front

What was the most devastating effect of European exploration on Native Americans?

Back

the spread of disease

Front

Why did early Georgia colonists work to maintain good relations with Native Americans?

Back

The colonists believed they might need Native Americans to help in the defense against Spain.

Front

Which statement BEST explains why England established the Georgia colony?

Back

England wanted a buffer state to prevent Spanish and Native American invasions.

Front

In the early years of the colony, what was one reason the colonists were dissatisfied with the policies of the trustees who governed colonial Georgia?

Back

The colonists could not own slaves.

Front

He was a member of Parliament when he became aware of the terrible conditions experienced by citizens thrown in jail for debt. He came up with the idea to help the poor and unemployed by sending them to new colony in America.

Back

James Oglethorpe

Front

How were the Salzburgers and the Highland Scots important during the Trustee Period?

Back

They supported the trustees.

Front

Reasons for settling Georgia in 1732 EXCEPT: Philanthropy, Mercantilism, Defense, Negotiate fairly with the Indians.

Back

Negotiate fairly with the Indians to ensure the success of the colony.