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Unit 10 Modern Georgia SS8H12
Unit 10 Modern Georgia SS8H12
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Review of Modern GA History Standard H12
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1
Why has Georgia become a leader in the film industry?
Less filming restriction laws
farmers sold their lands to filmmakers
State of GA has financial incentives for filmmakers
Famous actors live in Atlanta
2
"No poor, rural, weak, or black person should ever have to bear the additional burden..."
Carter's support for ending segregation
Carter's belief in laissez-faire economics
Carter's support for private education
Carter's belief in the rule of law
3
Why would the mayor of Atlanta support the Savannah Harbor Expansion project?
He was born in Savannah
He wants to move the capital to Savannah
He believes Savannah is a better port than Brunswick
More port business would be good for Atlanta as well
4
He was appointed a U.N. ambassador by President Jimmy Carter.
Maynard Jackson
Eugene Talmadge
Benjamin Mays
Andrew Young
5
He helped bring peace to the Middle East with the Camp David Accords
George Bush
Ronald Reagan
Jimmy Carter
Bill Clinton
6
What political office did Jimmy Carter hold during his career?
GA State Senator
All of these
Governor of GA
President of the United States
7
The 1996 GA Olympics brought infrastructure developments to GA. What would be an example?
Roadway improvements
All of the above
Streetlights
Additional sidewalks
8
As a Past President, Jimmy Carter accomplished ____________________.
all of the above.
writing several books.
a Noble Peace Prize for leading peaceful negotiations.
an increased awareness for Habitat for Humanity.
9
Which of the following BEST states why GA's business leaders wanted to host the Olympics.
To show that GA is a city for international business.
To provide educational opportunities for GA's children.
To enjoy the games in their home state.
to make money for themselves.
10
He added more African American police officers to Atlanta while serving as mayor.
Ivan Allen, Jr.
Maynard Jackson
Ellis Arnall
Jimmy Carter
11
Which best supports this statement? "Atlanta played a major role in Georgia's tourism."
Technology companies moved to Atlanta (cheaper tax rates)
The Coca-Cola museum was built in Atlanta
New amusement parks were built in Atlanta
Atlanta hosted the 1996 Olympics
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Famous Georgia politician as civil rights leader and close friend of MLK
Alonzo Herndon
Lester Maddox
Hamilton Homes
Andrew Young
13
Which Georgia-based company would
LEAST LIKELY
have international impact?
Chick-fil-A
United Parcel Service (UPS)
Delta Airlines
Coca-Cola
14
How did Jimmy Carter personally help to end racial discrimination and segregation as governor?
Appointed state government officials based on merit
Merged 300 state agencies and boards into about 30 agencies.
Made funding for education equal for all students.
He appointed more people of color to government positions.
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He was the first African American mayor of a major southern city.
Andrew Young
Maynard Jackson
Ivan Allen, Jr.
Herman Talmadge
16
During his presidential campaign, Jimmy Carter asked Americans to vote for him MAINLY because
was an expert at negotiating with foreign leaders
had more experience than his running mate, Gerald Ford.
knew how to combat high unemployment and high inflation.
could restore faith in government after Watergate
17
What did Carter accomplish while he was GA state senator?
Raised Taxes
Gave the military a raise
Advocated for education.
All of these.
18
Which drew the MOST international media attention and increase tourism in ATL in 1990s?
the Falcons' appearance in Super Bowl in 1998
1996 Summer Olympics
The Braves' World Series win in 1995
The opening of the Georgia Aquarium
19
Which economic activities are MOST dependent on Georgia's climate?
imports and exports
agriculture and tourism
transportation and telecommunications
lumber and mining
20
What award was Jimmy Carter given in 2002 for promoting peace between nations?
The Nobel Peace Prize
The Pulitzer Prize
The Camp David Peace Award
Purple Heart of Honor
21
The airport in Atlanta is named in their honor.
John Lewis/Maynard Jackson
William Hartsfield/Maynard Jackson
Jesse Jackson/William Hartsfield
Maynard Jackson/Andrew Young
22
Andrew Young helped bring the Olympics to GA in 1996.
False
True
23
What was the impact of the 1996 Olympic games on Georgia?
GA did not gain anything from hosting the Olympics in 1996.
GA has become a premier center for hosting large events.
GA was never allowed to host any large events again.
GA will host another Olympic Games in Athens in 2020.
24
What was the biggest changes in Georgia politics during the 1970's?
the reconciliation of a two-party system in urban areas
the establishment of the two-party system
Increasing power of rural areas b/c of redrawn boundaries
the growing political influence by African Americans
25
Which event threatened the 1996 Olympic Games?
problems with transportation
the explosion of a pipe bomb
an investigation to Olympic bidding
the lack of housing for athletes
26
Carter removed over 100 agencies, making the executive branch more efficient.
True
False
