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Unit 11 SS Tennessee in the 20th Century
Unit 11 SS Tennessee in the 20th Century
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1
Why is Stax Records important?
because they broadcasted the Grand Ole Opry
because they marketed the music of Elvis
because they featured foreign recording stars
because they popularized rhythm and blues
2
Oprah Winfrey is known for
being the governor of Tennessee.
being an athlete in the Olympics.
writing 2 important books.
hosting a very famous talk show and then starting a tv network.
3
Which area of Tennessee would you go to if you wanted to visit Carnton Plantation or Carter House?
East Tennessee
West Tennessee
Middle Tennessee
4
What do the 3 stars on the Tennessee flag represent?
three presidents from Tennessee
three branches of government
three state birds
three grand divisions
5
Wilma Rudolph is known for
serving as Tennessee governor.
serving as our Vice President.
being an athlete in the Olympics.
writing two important books.
6
In west Tennessee, what is an important crop?
tobacco
sunflowers
soybeans
timber
7
How do the natural resources in East Tennessee differ from Middle Tennessee?
Middle Tennessee- healthcare and tourism East Tennessee- cotton and fish.
East Tennessee - timber and coal &Middle Tennessee raises livestock.
East Tennessee-coconuts & citrus fruits & Middle Tennessee- live music.
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Sun Studios was different from other studios because it allowed anyone to record there as long as they paid a fee.
True
False
9
East Tennesse is known for its rich soil, which is perfect for growing cotton.
False
True
10
Dolly Parton is known as a famous talk show host.
False
True
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You can find the Highland Rim in East Tennessee.
False
True
12
Timber is the main natural resource found in East Tennessee.
True
False
13
You can visit Graceland when you go to
It's in Nashville, or middle Tennessee.
It's in Knoxville, or East Tennessee.
It's in Memphis, or west Tennessee.
14
Al Gore is well known for
His Vice Presidency under Bill Clinton.
His unsuccessful run for president in 2000.
His work in global warming.
All of the above.
15
Which two music genres came out of Tennessee during this period?
Jazz and Classical
Country and Rock n' Roll
Rhythm and Blues and Rock n' Roll
Hip Hop and Rhythm and Blues
16
Alex Haley was known for
writing 2 important books.
serving as our Vice President.
being an athlete in the Olympics.
serving as Tennessee governor.
17
What makes up the Tennessee General Assembly or our legislative branch?
the Supreme Court and the governor.
the governor and the Senate.
the governor and the House
the House and the Senate.
18
You can find the Great Smoky Mountain National Park in East Tennessee.
True
False
19
Which branch of the Tennessee government makes the laws?
legislative
judicial
executive
