8th grade Georgia Studies Milestone Review Georgia’s Geography 4/7/25

8th grade Georgia Studies Milestone Review Georgia’s Geography 4/7/25

Georgia Standards of Excellence

Learning Targets

SS8G1 Describe Georgia’s geography and climate. a. Locate Georgia in relation to region, nation, continent, and hemispheres. b. Distinguish among the five geographic regions of Georgia in terms of location, climate, agriculture, and economic contribution. c. 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. d. Analyze the importance of water in Georgia’s historical development and economic growth. SS8E3 Explain the principles of effective personal money management b. Describe the reasons for and the benefits of a household budget.

I can describe the relative location of Georgia to region, nation, continent and hemisphere. I can locate and distinguish between the regions and physical features of Georgia I can analyze the significance of water in Georgia’s development. I can describe the benefits of creating a household budget.

Vocabulary

Appalachian Mountains: a mountain chain that stretches from Georgia to Maine Barrier islands: several island off the coast of Georgia; inhabited by Native Americans; the Spanish built several missions on these islands Chattahoochee River: important Georgia river that forms part of the western boundary of the state Fall Line: a natural boundary (a wide zone) that separates the Piedmont and the Coastal Plain regions Okefenokee Swamp: the largest swamp in North America; was the home to many Native Americans and a location for Spanish missions Savannah River: major river that is used for trade and makes up Georgia’s eastern border with South Carolina

Higher Order Thinking Question

What are some resources that the Chattahoochee River provides for the state of Georgia?

Activating Strategy

Region & Nation

The five Geographical regions of Georgia are the Appalachian Plateau, Ridge and Valley, Blue Ridge, Piedmont, Coastal Plain. Georgia is located in the Southern region of the United States. Georgia shares a border with Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida.

Region & Nation

Georgia is the 24th largest state (land area) in the United States, the 8th most populous state (as of 2016) and the largest state east of the Mississippi River.

Georgia

Continent & Hemisphere

Georgia is located in North America. Georgia is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the southeastern border. Georgia is located in the Northern and Western Hemispheres.

Continent & Hemisphere

Georgia is located in North America. Georgia is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on the southeastern border. Georgia is located in the Northern and Western Hemispheres.

Continent & Hemisphere

The Earth can also be divided into hemispheres along meridians, or lines of longitude. The prime meridian, or 0 degrees longitude, and the International Date Line, 180 degrees longitude, divide the Earth into Eastern and Western hemispheres.

Regions of Georgia

There are 5 Geographic regions of Georgia

Appalachian Plateau

Located in the northwestern corner of the state. Coal is the dominant industry. Smallest region of the state.

Ridge and Valley

The textile industry is the main industry in the region, which is home to the "carpet capital of the world.” Low open valleys and narrow ridges.

Blue Ridge

Located at the southernmost region of the Appalachian Mountains. Dominant geographic feature is mountains. Highest elevation in Georgia. Brasstown Bald & the beginning of the Appalachian Trail

Piedmont

Most populated region in the state. Home to Atlanta. Separated by the Fall Line. Known for its red clay hills. Stone Mountain

Coastal Plain

Largest region of Georgia. Lowest elevation in the state. The Okefenokee Swamp is located here.

Fall Line

The Fall line is a natural boundary that separates the Piedmont and Coastal Plain regions. Very important to the development of Georgia because many trading posts were established along it. It represents changes in elevation between the Piedmont and the Coastal Plain regions.

Okefenokee Swamp

Located in Southeast Georgia in the Coastal Plain. Known for being the second-largest freshwater swamp in the United States.

Appalachian Mountains

Extends into Georgia’s northeast corner. Southern end lies within Georgia’s Blue Ridge region. In 1828, gold was discovered near Dahlonega, which started the first U.S. gold rush. Today, the Appalachian Mountains are a popular tourist attraction in Georgia.

Chattahoochee River

The Chattahoochee River serves as one of the primary water sources for millions of Georgians living in the Piedmont region. Forms a large portion southwestern border of Georgia. Provides clean drinking water for millions of Georgians.

Savannah River

James Oglethorpe established Georgia's first city, Savannah, near the river during the eighteenth century. Today the Savannah River produces hydroelectric power for homes and factories. Provides clean drinking water.

Barrier Island

The islands off the Georgia coast are called barrier islands because they form a barrier, or wall, blocking ocean waves and wind from directly hitting the mainland. Protect and lessen the impact of storms and hurricanes heading inland.

Importance of Water - Cities

The first Europeans settled near rivers along which American Indians had established trading post. Water was essential for growing crops, raising livestock, and transportation.

Importance of Water – Transportation of Goods

The port cities of Brunswick and Savannah provided the means for colonists to both import and export goods. Millions of visitors each year visit Georgia’s water sources throughout the state. More jobs in Georgia depend on outdoor recreation (238,000) than the auto industry (207,000).

QUIZ

TRIVIAL Pursuit

Georgia Geography

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QUESTION 1/6

Explanation

James Oglethorpe established Georgia's first city, Savannah, near the river during the eighteenth century. Today the Savannah River produces hydroelectric power for homes and factories. Provides clean drinking water.

QUESTION 1/6

Explanation

Located at the southernmost region of the Appalachian Mountains. Dominant geographic feature is mountains. Highest elevation in Georgia. Brasstown Bald The Appalachian Trail begins here

QUESTION 3/6

Explanation

The Chattahoochee River serves as one of the primary water sources for millions of Georgians living in the Piedmont region. The fast moving waters at the fall line means the river is not good for transportation of goods but can be used to generate electricity. Forms a large portion southwestern border of Georgia.

QUESTION 4/6

Explanation

Most populated region in the state. Home to Atlanta. Separated by the Fall Line. Known for its red clay hills. Stone Mountain

QUESTION 5/6

Explanation

The Fall line is a natural boundary that separates the Piedmont and Coastal Plain regions. Very important to the development of Georgia because many trading posts were established along it. It represents changes in elevation between the Piedmont and the Coastal Plain regions.

QUESTION 5/6

Explanation

Located at the southernmost region of the Appalachian Mountains. Dominant geographic feature is mountains. Highest elevation in Georgia. Brasstown Bald. The Appalachian Trail begins here.

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If you had to pick one physical feature that Georgia needs most, what would it be and why?

The Chattahoochee River Whack-a-Mole

Regions of Georgia Labelled Diagram

Physical Features of Georgia