SS8H2 Analyze the colonial period of Georgia’s history.

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

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

SS8H5 Analyze the impact of the Civil War on Georgia.

Explain Georgia’s role in the Civil War; include the United States blockade of Georgia’s coast, the Emancipation Proclamation, Chickamauga, Sherman’s Atlanta Campaign, Sherman’s March to the Sea, and Andersonville.

SS8H9 Describe the role of Georgia in WWII.

Evaluate the purpose and economic impact of the Bell Bomber Plant, military bases,
and the Savannah and Brunswick shipyards.

SS8H12 Explain the importance of developments in Georgia since the late 20th century.

Analyze Georgia’s role in the national and global economy of the 21st Century, with
regard to tourism, Savannah port expansion, and the film industry.

SS8G1 Describe Georgia’s geography and climate.

Distinguish among the five geographic regions of Georgia in terms of location, climate, agriculture, and economic contribution.

Locate key physical features of Georgia and explain their importance; include the
Fall Line, Okefenokee Swamp, Appalachian Mountains, Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers, and barrier islands.

Analyze the importance of water in Georgia’s historical development and economic growth.

SS8E1 Explain how the four transportation systems (road, air, water, and rail) of Georgia contribute to the development and growth of the state’s economy.

Evaluate the ways in which the Interstate Highway System, Hartsfield-Jackson
International Airport, deepwater ports, and railroads interact to support the exchange of goods and services domestically and internationally.

Explain how the four transportation systems provide jobs for Georgians.