- 1. Georgia history encompasses a rich tapestry of events and influences that have shaped the state into what it is today. From its Native American roots to the arrival of European settlers and the establishment of the colony of Georgia, the state has played pivotal roles in various historical moments, such as the American Revolution and the Civil Rights Movement. Georgia's history is also marked by key industries like agriculture, mining, and manufacturing, as well as cultural contributions in music, literature, and art. As we delve into the annals of Georgia's past, we uncover stories of resilience, innovation, and diversity that continue to define the state's identity in the present day.
Who was the founder of the colony of Georgia?
A) George Washington
B) James Oglethorpe
C) John Smith
D) Christopher Columbus
- 2. Who was the first President of the United States to be born in Georgia?
A) Jimmy Carter
B) George Washington
C) Thomas Jefferson
D) Abraham Lincoln
- 3. Which Native American tribe was forcibly removed from Georgia along the Trail of Tears?
A) Seminole
B) Cherokee
C) Choctaw
D) Sioux
- 4. What is the state flower of Georgia?
A) Magnolia
B) Cherokee Rose
C) Azalea
D) Peach Blossom
- 5. Which famous musician from Georgia is known as the 'Godfather of Soul'?
A) Johnny Cash
B) Elvis Presley
C) James Brown
D) Ray Charles
- 6. What is the highest peak in Georgia?
A) Stone Mountain
B) Kennesaw Mountain
C) Brasstown Bald
D) Tallulah Gorge
- 7. Where is the headquarters of Coca-Cola located?
A) Atlanta
B) Savannah
C) Macon
D) Augusta
- 8. Who was the first African American mayor of Atlanta?
A) John Lewis
B) Andrew Young
C) Martin Luther King Jr.
D) Maynard Jackson
- 9. What is the official state vegetable of Georgia?
A) Vidalia Onion
B) Sweet Potato
C) Collard Greens
D) Okra
- 10. Which Civil Rights leader from Georgia received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964?
A) Jesse Jackson
B) Rosa Parks
C) Martin Luther King Jr.
D) Malcolm X
- 11. What is the oldest city in Georgia?
A) Macon
B) Augusta
C) Savannah
D) Columbus
- 12. Who wrote the novel 'Gone with the Wind', set in Georgia during the Civil War?
A) Margaret Mitchell
B) Ernest Hemingway
C) Emily Bronte
D) Harper Lee
- 13. Which European explorer is credited with landing on Georgia's coast in 1526?
A) James Oglethorpe
B) Juan Ponce de León
C) Lucas Vázquez de Ayllón
D) Hernando de Soto
- 14. Which Georgia city served as the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War?
A) Atlanta
B) Augusta
C) Savannah
D) Milledgeville
- 15. Which river forms the western boundary of Georgia separating it from Alabama?
A) Savannah River
B) Ocmulgee River
C) Flint River
D) Chattahoochee River
- 16. What is the nickname of the state of Georgia?
A) The Lone Star State
B) The Sunshine State
C) The Empire State
D) The Peach State
- 17. What year did Atlanta host the Summer Olympics?
A) 1984
B) 1996
C) 2012
D) 2008
- 18. Which Georgia-born actress won an Academy Award for her role in 'Monster's Ball'?
A) Sandra Bullock
B) Reese Witherspoon
C) Julia Roberts
D) Halle Berry
- 19. Which Georgia-born artist is known for his iconic cover art for the 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' album by The Beatles?
A) Peter Blake
B) Salvador Dali
C) Roy Lichtenstein
D) Andy Warhol
- 20. What is the popular tourist attraction located in Atlanta that is known for its aquatic exhibits and dolphin show?
A) Atlanta Botanical Garden
B) World of Coca-Cola
C) Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
D) Georgia Aquarium
- 21. Which Georgia city is home to the Masters Tournament, one of golf's four major championships?
A) Augusta
B) Savannah
C) Athens
D) Macon
- 22. What Georgia city is known as the 'Fruitcake Capital of the World'?
A) Augusta
B) Claxton
C) Savannah
D) Macon
- 23. In what year was the Georgia State Capitol building completed in Atlanta?
A) 2001
B) 1950
C) 1776
D) 1889
- 24. Which famous American fast-food restaurant chain was founded in Georgia in 1946?
A) b) McDonald's
B) c) KFC
C) d) Subway
D) a) Chick-fil-A
- 25. What type of crop was historically considered the 'king' crop of Georgia?
A) d) Peanuts
B) b) Corn
C) a) Cotton
D) c) Tobacco
- 26. Which Georgia city is known for its peaches and hosts an annual Peach Festival?
A) b) Albany
B) a) Fort Valley
C) d) Augusta
D) c) Macon
- 27. Which famous Hollywood actor, known for his role in 'Forrest Gump', was born in Georgia?
A) a) Tom Hanks
B) b) Brad Pitt
C) c) Leonardo DiCaprio
D) d) Will Smith
- 28. Which scenic road in Georgia is known for its stunning mountain views and winding paths?
A) b) Blue Ridge Parkway
B) d) Tail of the Dragon
C) a) Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway
D) c) Cherohala Skyway
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