James Oglethorpe recruited the Highland Scots to establish a settlement on the Altamaha River. Which reason for colonization, described in the Charter of 1732 is this an example of?

Answer 1

This is an example of the reason for colonization described in the Charter of 1732 known as "the settling of the Colony of Georgia with poor people, that are Protestants."

Answer 2

James Oglethorpe recruited the Highland Scots to establish a settlement on the Altamaha River. Which reason for colonization, described in the Charter of 1732 is this an example of?
A) Economic
B) Philanthropic
C) Religious
D) Defense

Answer 3

The correct answer is D) Defense.

The primary reason James Oglethorpe recruited the Highland Scots to establish a settlement on the Altamaha River was for defense purposes. Oglethorpe wanted the Highland Scots to act as a buffer between the existing British colonies and the Spanish-controlled territories in Florida. By establishing a settlement of hardy and militarily skilled individuals, Oglethorpe aimed to strengthen the defense of the British colonies and deter any potential Spanish incursions.

Answer 4

Which of the following was allowed in the Georgia colony under the Charter of 1732?

A. slavery

B. alcohol

C. Limited land ownership

D. Catholics

Answer 5

The correct answer is D) Catholics.

Under the Charter of 1732, Catholics were not allowed to settle in the Georgia colony. The Charter required that the colonists be Protestant and prohibited the settlement of Catholic individuals. This restriction was put in place due to British concerns about the influence of Catholicism and potential conflicts between Protestant settlers and Catholic inhabitants.