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