Question

Which role did the Savannah River play in the development of Georgia?

A.
It was a shipping route between major cities and the Atlantic Ocean.

B.
It was a link between the city of Atlanta and the Mississippi River.

C.
It was a source of clean water that was exported to drier areas.

D.
It was a major source of food that kept the population fed.

Answer 1

A. It was a shipping route between major cities and the Atlantic Ocean.

The Savannah River provided a navigable route to the port of Savannah, enabling trade and transport of goods (rice, cotton, timber) and helping Georgia's economic growth.