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SS8H2Georgia's Colonial Period

Analyze the colonial period of Georgia's history.

Appears in: Social Studies, Grade 8

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Expectations

  • SS8H2.a

    Explain the importance of the Charter of 1732, including the reasons for settlement (philanthropy, economics, and defense).

  • SS8H2.b

    Analyze the relationship between James Oglethorpe, Tomochichi, and Mary Musgrove in establishing the city of Savannah at Yamacraw Bluff.

  • SS8H2.c

    Evaluate the role of diverse groups (Jews, Salzburgers, Highland Scots, and Malcontents) in settling Georgia during the Trustee Period.

  • SS8H2.d

    Explain the transition of Georgia into a royal colony with regard to land ownership, slavery, alcohol, and government.

  • SS8H2.e

    Give examples of the kinds of goods and services produced and traded in colonial Georgia.

Georgia Milestones coverage

  • Social Studies Grade 8 (EOG) · History

    History

    about 50% of the test · 23 points These points are shared with other standards, so count them once and never add them up per standard.

Source: Georgia Standards of Excellence, published by the Georgia Department of Education at case.georgiastandards.org.