This map shows the cities that have been capitals of Georgia. What trend can be seen when studying the map? A) The location of capitals have shifted westward over time. B) The capitals were moved to be further from invading armies. C) The location of capitals have been located next to major bodies water. D) The capitals have all been located in cities with the largest trading centers.

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Joslyn Small

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27 April, 13:57

This map shows the cities that have been capitals of Georgia. What trend can be seen when studying the map? A) The location of capitals have shifted westward over time. B) The capitals were moved to be further from invading armies. C) The location of capitals have been located next to major bodies water. D) The capitals have all been located in cities with the largest trading centers.

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Colby Hinton · Answer 1

A.) The location of capitals have shifted westward over time.

Jada Zavala · Answer 2

A trend of the locations of shifting westward over time can be seen after looking at a history of Georgia capital trends.

The state of Georgia has had five capitals (in order from past to present) : Savannah, Augusta, Louisville, Milledgeville, and Atlanta. These capitals showcase western expansion of the state over time.