The Georgia Colony Quiz
This quiz has many questions about the Georgia Colony, but many of them are also of James Oglethorpe.
- 1.
Who was the Georgia colony named after?
- A.
King George III
- B.
King George II
- C.
King George
- D.
King Perry
Correct Answer
B. King George IIExplanation
The Georgia colony was named after King George II.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which country said that Georgia was part of Florida, and the land should rightfully be theirs'?
- A.
Spain
- B.
England
- C.
France
- D.
Holland
Correct Answer
A. SpainExplanation
During the colonial period, Spain claimed territories in the Americas, including parts of what is now the United States. Georgia was one of the colonies established by the English, but Spain disputed this claim and argued that it was part of Florida, which they considered their own territory. Therefore, Spain is the country that said Georgia was part of Florida and believed the land should rightfully be theirs.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Georgia was named in 1720.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Georgia was actually named in 1732, not in 1720.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who was the leader of the Georgia colony?
- A.
James Oglethorpe
- B.
Alex Detter
- C.
Meowy Mac Meower
- D.
Panacho Alguraz
Correct Answer
A. James OglethorpeExplanation
James Oglethorpe was the leader of the Georgia colony. He was a British philanthropist and soldier who founded the colony in 1733. Oglethorpe had a vision of creating a haven for debtors and the poor, and he established strict rules and regulations for the colony. He also successfully defended the colony against Spanish attacks and played a crucial role in its early development. Oglethorpe's leadership and dedication to his vision made him the leader of the Georgia colony.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who did Oglethorpe find, and later marry, in Savannah, Georgia?
- A.
Catherine Spokes
- B.
Mary Musgrove
- C.
Lily Langes
- D.
Arfy Arfster Arf
Correct Answer
B. Mary MusgroveExplanation
Oglethorpe found and later married Mary Musgrove in Savannah, Georgia.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Mary Musgrove betrays Oglethorpe and sends Indians to attack the Georgia colony.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Mary Musgrove's betrayal of Oglethorpe and her actions of sending Indians to attack the Georgia colony are the reasons why the answer is true. This suggests that Mary Musgrove, for some reason, turned against Oglethorpe and collaborated with the Indians to launch an attack on the Georgia colony. This act of betrayal would have had significant consequences for the Georgia colony and its settlers.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who stopped the Indians' attack on the Georgia colony?
- A.
GIVE ME FOOD I'M HUNGRY
- B.
Sir Sager
- C.
Jonase Pagaluiro
- D.
Noble Jones
Correct Answer
D. Noble JonesExplanation
Noble Jones stopped the Indians' attack on the Georgia colony.Rate this question:
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- 8.
How many immigrants came to Georgia between 1732-1735?
- A.
1,400
- B.
1,600
- C.
2,000
- D.
200
Correct Answer
A. 1,400Explanation
Between 1732-1735, 1,400 immigrants came to Georgia.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Oglethorpe visits England and returns to Georgia in 1736.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because it states that Oglethorpe visits England and returns to Georgia in 1736. This implies that Oglethorpe did indeed make a trip to England and then came back to Georgia in the mentioned year.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who comes across the Atlantic Ocean just to build an orphanage in 1738?
- A.
Jelaniy Jenkins
- B.
ME!
- C.
George Whitefield
- D.
Bell Lelicheck
Correct Answer
C. George WhitefieldExplanation
George Whitefield comes across the Atlantic Ocean just to build an orphanage in 1738.Rate this question:
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- 11.
General Oglethorpe attacked which fort in Florida?
- A.
Fort Diego
- B.
Fort St. Augustine
- C.
Fort Moosa
- D.
Fort Arniay
Correct Answer
B. Fort St. AugustineExplanation
General Oglethorpe attacked Fort St. Augustine in Florida. This is because Fort St. Augustine was a strategic location and a major Spanish outpost in Florida at that time. Oglethorpe, as a British military leader, aimed to weaken Spanish control in the region and expand British influence. By attacking Fort St. Augustine, Oglethorpe intended to disrupt Spanish operations and potentially gain control over the fort, thus achieving his strategic objectives in Florida.Rate this question:
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- 12.
In 1740, it was the Spaniards turn to attack Georgia.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement says that in 1740, it was the Spaniards turn to attack Georgia. However, this statement is incorrect. In 1740, it was actually the British who attacked Georgia. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 13.
When Georgia was under attack, what did the Carolinas agree to give them?
- A.
Men
- B.
Supplies
- C.
Water
- D.
Food
Correct Answer
B. SuppliesExplanation
During the attack on Georgia, the Carolinas agreed to provide supplies to them. This implies that the Carolinas agreed to offer essential resources such as food, water, and other necessary items to support Georgia during the attack.Rate this question:
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- 14.
When did Oglethorpe return to England, and stay there forever?
- A.
1700
- B.
1743
- C.
1734
- D.
1800
Correct Answer
B. 1743Explanation
Oglethorpe returned to England in 1743 and stayed there forever.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The emmigrants were poor and inefficient.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that the immigrants were both poor and inefficient. This implies that they lacked financial resources and were not effective or productive in their endeavors. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that the statement accurately describes the situation of the immigrants being poor and inefficient.Rate this question:
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