Westward Movement & Indian Removal Test Quiz
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Which denomination of Christianity used traveling ministers called circuit riders to spread Christianity throughout the frontier region?
- A.
Anglo-Saxon
- B.
Catholic
- C.
Anglican
- D.
Baptist & Methodist
Correct Answer
D. Baptist & MethodistExplanation
Baptist and Methodist denominations used traveling ministers called circuit riders to spread Christianity throughout the frontier region. These circuit riders would travel on horseback to remote areas, preaching and establishing churches. They played a crucial role in bringing Christianity to areas that had limited access to regular pastors and churches.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which statement BEST describes a “land grant university”, such as the University of Georgia?
- A.
The land for the college was donated by the federal government
- B.
Land was granted to all the southern universities
- C.
The college was a public university with free tuition to state residents
- D.
The college was established as an agricultural college to improve farming
Correct Answer
A. The land for the college was donated by the federal governmentExplanation
A "land grant university" refers to a university that was established on land that was donated by the federal government. This means that the land on which the University of Georgia was built was given to the college by the federal government.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Name the five Georgia cities that have served as the capital of Georgia.
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Savannah, Augusta, Louisville, Milledgeville, and Atlanta
- B.
Waycross, Athens, Macon Savannah, and Dalton
- C.
Atlanta, Macon, Savannah, Augusta and Columbus
- D.
Clarksville, Albany, Atlanta, Macon and Savannah
Correct Answer
A. Savannah, Augusta, Louisville, Milledgeville, and AtlantaExplanation
The correct answer is Savannah, Augusta, Louisville, Milledgeville, and Atlanta. These five cities have all served as the capital of Georgia at different points in history. Savannah was the first capital, followed by Augusta, then Louisville, Milledgeville, and finally Atlanta, which is the current capital. Each city played a significant role in the development and governance of the state of Georgia.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What were the two largest church denominations in Georgia by 1860?
- A.
Baptist and Jewish
- B.
Methodist and Baptist
- C.
Episcopal and Catholic
- D.
Episcopal and Methodist
Correct Answer
B. Methodist and BaptistExplanation
By 1860, the two largest church denominations in Georgia were the Methodist and Baptist churches. This can be attributed to the fact that both denominations had a strong presence and influence in the southern states during this time period. Methodism had gained popularity through its emphasis on personal conversion and emotional worship experiences, while the Baptist church had a strong following due to its belief in individual freedom and congregational autonomy. These factors likely contributed to the growth and prominence of both denominations in Georgia.Rate this question:
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What was the purpose of the headright system in Georgia?
- A.
It distributed Indian lands to new settlers
- B.
It administered voting and election districts
- C.
It established a method of counting population
- D.
It provided an organized system of collecting taxes
Correct Answer
A. It distributed Indian lands to new settlersExplanation
The purpose of the headright system in Georgia was to distribute Indian lands to new settlers. This system allowed individuals to claim a certain amount of land for themselves and their family, incentivizing settlement and expansion into Native American territories. This helped to further colonize and develop Georgia by providing land for new settlers to cultivate and establish their own communities.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What scandal took place when Georgia’s legislators were bribed to sell public land to private developers at below-market prices?
- A.
Georgia’s land lottery
- B.
Yazoo Land Fraud
- C.
Mississippi Land Fraud
- D.
Trail of Tears
Correct Answer
B. Yazoo Land FraudExplanation
The correct answer is Yazoo Land Fraud. The Yazoo Land Fraud was a scandal that occurred in the late 18th century when Georgia's legislators were bribed to sell public land to private developers at below-market prices. This scandal led to public outrage and eventually resulted in the nullification of the land sales.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What was the purpose of the land lottery?
- A.
Georgia wanted citizens to settle western lands, that were once Cherokee, and farm on them in increase the state’s agriculture
- B.
The state wanted to establish good relationships with the Indians through agriculture
- C.
The state wanted the people to introduce new crops
- D.
Georgia wanted to build a defense buffer between its settlers, and California
Correct Answer
A. Georgia wanted citizens to settle western lands, that were once Cherokee, and farm on them in increase the state’s agricultureExplanation
The purpose of the land lottery was for Georgia to encourage its citizens to settle the western lands, which were previously inhabited by the Cherokee, and cultivate them in order to boost the state's agriculture.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which was NOT a requirement to participate in the land lottery?
- A.
White male
- B.
Age 21
- C.
Head of the family
- D.
Widow (family head)= 2 draws
Correct Answer
D. Widow (family head)= 2 drawsExplanation
The requirement to participate in the land lottery was being a white male, being age 21, and being the head of the family. However, being a widow who was the head of the family granted the individual two draws instead of one.Rate this question:
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- 9.
As a result of the Yazoo land fraud, the state of Georgia lost legitimate claims to lands in present-day Alabama and Mississippi. The new western boundary of Georgia moved from the Mississippi River to the
- A.
Savannah River
- B.
Chattahoochee River
- C.
Oconee River
- D.
Ocmulgee River
Correct Answer
B. Chattahoochee RiverExplanation
The correct answer is Chattahoochee River. The Yazoo land fraud refers to a scandal in the late 18th century where Georgia politicians were bribed to sell large amounts of land in present-day Alabama and Mississippi to private speculators at extremely low prices. The sale was later invalidated, and Georgia lost its legitimate claims to those lands. As a result, the western boundary of Georgia was moved from the Mississippi River to the Chattahoochee River.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which answer choice is a reasonable conclusion about the statement below? "This system needs to be replaced! It is unfair that because my wife and I only had two children that we only get 300 acres of land."
- A.
The statement is criticizing the land lottery.
- B.
The statement is criticizing the headright system.
- C.
The statement is supporting fact that the headright system is more fair than the land lottery.
- D.
The statement is explaining why slavery should be made illegal.
Correct Answer
B. The statement is criticizing the headright system.Explanation
The statement criticizes the headright system because the person believes it is unfair that they only received 300 acres of land due to having only two children. This implies that they believe the headright system should allocate more land based on the number of children a person has. Therefore, the statement is criticizing the headright system for its perceived unfairness.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which of the following people would have been eligible to participate in the land lottery?
- A.
A woman whose husband was still alive and gave her a ticket for the land lottery
- B.
The daughter of a wealthy farmer who still lived at home with her parents.
- C.
A 40 year old man who had fought in the Revolutionary War.
- D.
A 16 year old boy who wanted to move off of his parents’ farm and start his own business.
Correct Answer
C. A 40 year old man who had fought in the Revolutionary War.Explanation
The land lottery was a system used to distribute land to eligible participants. In this case, the only person who would have been eligible to participate in the land lottery is the 40-year-old man who had fought in the Revolutionary War. This is because participation in the land lottery was typically restricted to individuals who had served in the military or met other specific criteria. The other options, such as a woman whose husband gave her a ticket or a 16-year-old boy wanting to start his own business, do not meet the eligibility requirements for participation in the land lottery.Rate this question:
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How can the following be catagorized? (Hint: be careful when reading your answer options) -Many of Georgia's legislators were removed from office -The federal government forced Georgia to cede its western land west of the Chattahoochee River -Georgia lost land
- A.
Results of the Yazoo Land Fraud
- B.
Results of the Oconee War
- C.
Causes of the Yazoo Land Fraud
- D.
Reasons why Georgia wanted to declare independence from Great Britain
Correct Answer
A. Results of the Yazoo Land FraudExplanation
The given answer can be categorized as "Results of the Yazoo Land Fraud" because it mentions the consequences of the fraudulent sale of land in Georgia known as the Yazoo Land Fraud. This answer aligns with the information provided in the question, which states that Georgia lost land and many legislators were removed from office as a result of this fraudulent land deal.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What is the benefit of Eli Whitney’s cotton gin?
- A.
It was used as a disinfectant in surgeries
- B.
It separated the seeds from cotton fiber
- C.
It made farm labor less needed
- D.
It allowed many farmers to retire
Correct Answer
B. It separated the seeds from cotton fiberExplanation
The benefit of Eli Whitney's cotton gin is that it separated the seeds from cotton fiber. This invention revolutionized the cotton industry by significantly increasing the efficiency of processing cotton. Prior to the cotton gin, this task was done manually, which was time-consuming and labor-intensive. The cotton gin automated the process, making it much faster and easier to separate the seeds from the cotton fiber. This led to a significant increase in cotton production and played a crucial role in the growth of the textile industry.Rate this question:
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The cotton gin had which of the following effects on Georgia?
- A.
It made harvesting cotton easier so that slaves were no longer needed
- B.
It made harvesting cotton more efficient and increased the state’s dependence on slavery
- C.
It caused many mills to close and go out of business
- D.
It made it harder for large plantation owners to make money
Correct Answer
B. It made harvesting cotton more efficient and increased the state’s dependence on slaveryExplanation
The cotton gin, invented by Eli Whitney in 1793, revolutionized the cotton industry by making the process of separating cotton fibers from the seeds much faster and easier. This increased efficiency led to a significant increase in cotton production in Georgia and other southern states. As a result, the demand for slave labor also increased, as more slaves were needed to cultivate and harvest the larger cotton crops. Therefore, the correct answer is that the cotton gin made harvesting cotton more efficient and increased the state's dependence on slavery.Rate this question:
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In the early 1800’s, what development allowed the South’s economy to grow the most?
- A.
Mechanical reaper
- B.
Cow milking technology
- C.
Railroads
- D.
Automobiles
Correct Answer
C. RailroadsExplanation
Railroads allowed the South's economy to grow the most in the early 1800s. Railroads provided a faster and more efficient mode of transportation for goods and people, connecting different regions and facilitating trade. They allowed for the expansion of industries, such as agriculture and manufacturing, by providing a means to transport raw materials and finished products to markets more easily. Railroads also played a crucial role in the development of cities and towns, as they brought in new settlers, businesses, and opportunities for economic growth.Rate this question:
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What is the comment below referring to? “After our cotton was loaded into the train containers, the conductor said it would reach its destination in only 7 hours. It would have taken 4 days to reach the same destination just one year ago.”
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The speed and efficiency of the railroads
- B.
The amount of money that a conductor makes in a day
- C.
The long wait farmers had to get their mail
- D.
Cotton being transported at a slow pace
Correct Answer
A. The speed and efficiency of the railroadsExplanation
The comment is referring to the speed and efficiency of the railroads. It mentions that the cotton reached its destination in only 7 hours, whereas it would have taken 4 days to reach the same destination one year ago. This indicates that the railroads have become faster and more efficient in transporting goods.Rate this question:
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Explain why the capital of Georgia kept moving? .
- A.
Politicians kept accepting bribes to move the capital
- B.
As the population of Georgia continued to expand westward, and farther from Savannah and the coast, the capital moved to be more centrally located
- C.
The Georgia Constitution stated that the capital should move every 5 years
- D.
The towns that served as capitals asked to no longer serve as the capital of the state due to the overwhelming number of politicians that flooded into their peaceful cities
Correct Answer
B. As the population of Georgia continued to expand westward, and farther from Savannah and the coast, the capital moved to be more centrally locatedExplanation
The capital of Georgia kept moving because as the population of Georgia expanded westward, it made sense to move the capital to a more centrally located area. This would ensure that the government was easily accessible to all citizens and could effectively govern the entire state. By moving the capital, it would also help to distribute the economic and political power more evenly throughout the state.Rate this question:
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