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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
What was the impact of the 1996 Olympic games on Georgia?
GA will host another Olympic Games in Athens in 2020.
GA has become a premier center for hosting large events.
GA was never allowed to host any large events again.
GA did not gain anything from hosting the Olympics in 1996.
2
The airport in Atlanta is named in their honor.
Maynard Jackson/Andrew Young
William Hartsfield/Maynard Jackson
John Lewis/Maynard Jackson
Jesse Jackson/William Hartsfield
3
He was appointed a U.N. ambassador by President Jimmy Carter.
Maynard Jackson
Andrew Young
Benjamin Mays
Eugene Talmadge
4
Which economic activities are MOST dependent on Georgia's climate?
imports and exports
transportation and telecommunications
agriculture and tourism
lumber and mining
5
Which drew the MOST international media attention and increase tourism in ATL in 1990s?
the Falcons' appearance in Super Bowl in 1998
The Braves' World Series win in 1995
The opening of the Georgia Aquarium
1996 Summer Olympics
6
The 1996 GA Olympics brought infrastructure developments to GA. What would be an example?
Streetlights
Additional sidewalks
All of the above
Roadway improvements
7
Carter removed over 100 agencies, making the executive branch more efficient.
True
False
8
During his presidential campaign, Jimmy Carter asked Americans to vote for him MAINLY because
had more experience than his running mate, Gerald Ford.
could restore faith in government after Watergate
knew how to combat high unemployment and high inflation.
was an expert at negotiating with foreign leaders
9
What was the biggest changes in Georgia politics during the 1970's?
the reconciliation of a two-party system in urban areas
the growing political influence by African Americans
Increasing power of rural areas b/c of redrawn boundaries
the establishment of the two-party system
10
He added more African American police officers to Atlanta while serving as mayor.
Ivan Allen, Jr.
Maynard Jackson
Jimmy Carter
Ellis Arnall
11
Why has Georgia become a leader in the film industry?
farmers sold their lands to filmmakers
Famous actors live in Atlanta
State of GA has financial incentives for filmmakers
Less filming restriction laws
12
What did Carter accomplish while he was GA state senator?
Gave the military a raise
Advocated for education.
All of these.
Raised Taxes
13
What political office did Jimmy Carter hold during his career?
GA State Senator
All of these
President of the United States
Governor of GA
14
"No poor, rural, weak, or black person should ever have to bear the additional burden..."
Carter's support for ending segregation
Carter's support for private education
Carter's belief in laissez-faire economics
Carter's belief in the rule of law
15
Which best supports this statement? "Atlanta played a major role in Georgia's tourism."
Technology companies moved to Atlanta (cheaper tax rates)
Atlanta hosted the 1996 Olympics
New amusement parks were built in Atlanta
The Coca-Cola museum was built in Atlanta
16
He was the first African American mayor of a major southern city.
Maynard Jackson
Andrew Young
Ivan Allen, Jr.
Herman Talmadge
17
As a Past President, Jimmy Carter accomplished ____________________.
a Noble Peace Prize for leading peaceful negotiations.
an increased awareness for Habitat for Humanity.
writing several books.
all of the above.
18
How did Jimmy Carter personally help to end racial discrimination and segregation as governor?
Merged 300 state agencies and boards into about 30 agencies.
Appointed state government officials based on merit
Made funding for education equal for all students.
He appointed more people of color to government positions.
19
He helped bring peace to the Middle East with the Camp David Accords
Ronald Reagan
George Bush
Jimmy Carter
Bill Clinton
20
Famous Georgia politician as civil rights leader and close friend of MLK
Alonzo Herndon
Lester Maddox
Hamilton Homes
Andrew Young
21
Andrew Young helped bring the Olympics to GA in 1996.
False
True
22
Which event threatened the 1996 Olympic Games?
an investigation to Olympic bidding
the lack of housing for athletes
problems with transportation
the explosion of a pipe bomb
23
Which Georgia-based company would
LEAST LIKELY
have international impact?
Chick-fil-A
Coca-Cola
Delta Airlines
United Parcel Service (UPS)
24
Why would the mayor of Atlanta support the Savannah Harbor Expansion project?
He believes Savannah is a better port than Brunswick
He was born in Savannah
More port business would be good for Atlanta as well
He wants to move the capital to Savannah
25
Which of the following BEST states why GA's business leaders wanted to host the Olympics.
To provide educational opportunities for GA's children.
To enjoy the games in their home state.
to make money for themselves.
To show that GA is a city for international business.
26
What award was Jimmy Carter given in 2002 for promoting peace between nations?
The Nobel Peace Prize
Purple Heart of Honor
The Pulitzer Prize
The Camp David Peace Award
