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De Soto’s Exploration of Georgia
Directions: Imagine you are one of de Soto’s soldiers as you explore the area we now know as Georgia. In the space
provided next to the pictures, write a Facebook posting as if you were telling your friends back home what they are missing.
3. Given that the purpose of de Soto’s exploration was the discovery of gold and riches, would you describe his
expedition as a success or failure? Why? ______________________________________________________________
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40 Chapter 8 Native Peoples and Explorers
Section 2 Europe and the Colonization of America Lesson Review